With summer in full swing, people are going out to cool down in their swimming pools. However, whether they are private or public, it is important to observe proper safety measures while using a swimming pool, or else someone could suffer serious injuries. Here are seven ways you can prevent swimming pool accidents, both at home or at a public pool:
- Fence in your swimming pool
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- If you have a private swimming pool on your property, make sure it is appropriately fenced in, and that the gate is kept locked when not in use. This can make sure that people stay away when no one else is around to help, which can prevent accidental drownings.
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- Keep a lifeguard on duty
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- While a pool is in use, you should make sure to keep a lifeguard on duty to intervene if someone begins to drown. In a public pool, this should be a trained lifeguard, but in a private pool, simply having an experienced swimmer around to help can literally save lives.
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- Make sure children have adult supervision
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- Any children using a swimming pool should not be left without adult supervision, even if they are not supposed to get in the pool. This is to prevent accidents, and intervene quickly if they get hurt or fall into the water.
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- Avoid drinking to excess
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- While many people like to drink by the pool, you should avoid too much alcohol or drugs. This is because intoxication can damage your sense of balance and cause other physical issues, which can make swimming pool accidents more likely.
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- Make sure your pool is well-maintained
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- It is also an extremely good idea to ensure your swimming pool and the surrounding area is properly maintained. This means checking for potential issues like worn down brickwork, damaged pool linings, and other issues which may lead to accidents, and ensuring they are repaired promptly.
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- Manage your pool chemicals carefully
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- Pool chemicals are used to ensure your pool is safe to use, but you need to be very careful about using the right amounts for your pool. You should also make sure any chemicals you have are safely stored to prevent accidental exposure, which can cause poisoning or chemical burns.
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- Avoid swimming in murky water
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- If you cannot clearly see into the pool water, you should avoid getting in. Not only might it have dangerous pathogens, murky water can be difficult to see through, and make it harder to spot someone who may be drowning.
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