NSW: Tips for keeping children safe near swimming pools

AAP General News (Australia)
12-14-2007
NSW: Tips for keeping children safe near swimming pools

Tips for keeping kids safe around the pool:



* Always supervise children near pools.

* Don't rely on swimming lessons or flotation devices to protect children from drowning.

* If distracted, take children out of the pool and lock them outside the fenced pool area.

* Obtain adult training in basic rescue, first aid and resuscitation techniques.

* Keep lifesaving equipment (a pole, ring or rope) in the pool area.

* Regularly check pool fences and gates.

* Never leave a pool gate open.

* Don't leave objects near the pool which could be used to climb over the fence.

* Don't allow children to play in the pool area.

* Place signage around the pool, such as "no diving", "no dunking", "no pushing", "no
running", as well as CPR instructions.

* Remove pool covers completely before use.

* Don't allow alcohol to be consumed by pool users.

* Keep glass and other breakables away from the pool area.

* Keep chemicals stored safely out of reach of children.



SOURCE: NSW Swimming Pool and Spa Association.



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