24/07/2016
SAFETY POOL TIPS FOR YOUR KIDS AND PETS.
Are you forced to choose between having a dog or a child because you've got a swimming pool? Don't worry, with our swimming pool safety tips you can have both! These safety tips will make sure to keep you relaxed and stress free while your kids play in the garden.
10 Pool Safety Tips For Children.
• Install a pool alarm that goes off if anyone enters the pool.
• Install a ladder on each side of the pool.
• Always put a slide in the deep area of the pool-- never in shallow water.
• Mark water depths conspicuously.
• Check the pool and equipment regularly for cleanliness and good maintenance.
• Cover all sharp edges and protruding bolts.
• Repair rickety or broken ladders and railings.
• No glass or sharp objects in the pool.
• Never swim after eating or taking medications.
• Remove any pool toys from the pool or hot tub area when the area is not in use.
5 Pool Safety Tips for Pets.
• Install a fence around the pool.
• Install a pet-safe ladder in the pool so your pet has easy exit access.
• Familiarize your pet and child with water at a young age.
• Keep a pool cover to restrict any unwanted entering and make sure that your pool cover is always in good shape.
• Invest in a personal floatation device. These are great especially as they have sturdy handles for rescue when a pet goes overboard.
