The Swimming Pool Safety Guide
When it comes to pool safety, the most important thing to keep top of mind is the protection and prevention of drowning. There simply is no skimping out, when it comes to the reliability of swimming pool safety products.
When it comes to pool safety, the most important thing to keep top of mind is the protection and prevention of drowning. There simply is no skimping out, when it comes to the reliability of swimming pool safety products.
Whether it’s an in-ground pool, or a DIY wooden pool, a swimming pool is something which is supposed to be enjoyed, so take these simple steps to keep yours safe.
7 Easy Tips To Keep Your Pool Area Safe:
- Make sure you’re investing in regular cleaning & maintenance.
- Keep rescue devices & first aid equipment within easy reach in case of emergency.
- Keep electrical appliances away from the pool area.
- Maintain pool chemicals & keep chemicals out of reach.
- Secure gates and doors of any enclosure.
- Be vigilant. There’s no substitution for human awareness.
- Stick to a set of pool safety rules & ensure that you understand the swimming skills of everyone who uses your pool.
Which Pool Safety Products To Invest In?
Here’s 3 of our recommended pool safety products to invest in for your pool area:
Pool Safety Covers
One of the most essential components of safety, which every conscious pool owner should have, is a safety pool cover. If you have children or pets, a sturdy, safety cover should be your first port of call. Depending on the type of cover, swimming pool safety covers are a relatively low-cost, eco friendly investment. For ease of use, automated pool covers are our recommendation. If you have an automatic cover, be sure to leave controls out of reach of children.
Pool Enclosures
Aside from the great safety benefits, there are many advantages to installing a pool enclosure. The list includes; More shade, less maintenance as no leaves or debris will fall into your pool, a sense of privacy and atmosphere, keeping out pesky critters and nosey animals! And as for the addition in pool safety, an enclosure naturally creates your first line of defence and acts as a great barrier for children and pets.
Choosing a pool enclosure will greatly depend on your pool size and it’s location on your property. Check out our range of swimming pool enclosures to find out more.
A Pool Alarm
Pool alarms provide an extra line of defence to protect your children and pets. Alarm systems should be used as a supplement to human supervision and vigilance, as these are always primary in ensuring you have a safe environment around your pool.
Need more advice on pool safety?If you’re looking for a pool alarm you can count on, we would recommend the Immerstar Pool Alarm. The Immerstar alarm analyses your swimming pool for any fluctuations or movement in water, and the clever technology can distinguish between interface waves and those which are made by the falling of a body.
Need More Pool Safety Advice?
If you have a burning question about the swimming pool safety guidelines you should be adhering to around your pool, or you’d like to know the best range of pool safety equipment available, or perhaps you just need some general advice from a swimming pool contractor – Call Blue Cube Direct now on 0800 037 0803.