The weather’s getting warmer, and those backyard pools are looking more and more enticing for an afternoon of fun with the family.
As we come into summer, it’s important to ensure you are up to date with pool safety to make sure your children’s pool parties are as worry-free as possible.
Read on to revisit some important pool safety tips.
Educate Your Children
Teaching children about the possible dangers of drowning and hazards around the pool is proven to decrease the risk of drowning. Enrolling your child in swimming lessons is the best way to keep them safe in the water and helps them adapt to the water, understand how to float and know what to do when they find themselves in water.
Supervision Is Key
Always keep your eyes on children when they’re in the water – it doesn’t take long for things to go wrong. Stay within arm’s reach of young children and beginner swimmers when they are in or around the water. Always stay close to the pool when children are swimming and take children with you if you leave the pool area.
Follow Pool Fence Requirements
All private swimming pools and spas in Australia that hold a depth of 300mm or more must have safety barriers around them. There are many requirements for these barriers to fulfil, so make sure your fence is in good condition and meets the requirements before going swimming this summer.
Learn CPR
Displaying a compliant CPR sign is an important part of pool safety and knowing how to action CPR is vital.
Ensure Safety At Public Pools
Whether you’re spending the afternoon at Bluewater Lagoon or one of Mackay’s many great public pools, make sure your children know the rules and follow the lifeguard’s instructions. Be aware of the people around you and make sure everyone has a fun and safe day in the water.
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