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Splish, Splash! Swimming Pool Safety Everyone Should Know
By Rebecca Blain, Thu Dec 8th
By Rebecca Blain of http://www.everything-swimming-pools.com For many young adults and children all over the world, there isnothing more enjoyable than spending a beautiful summer day atthe pool. As pools provide a healthy and fun method of cooling off, morehomes have taken to having pools of all types installed.
While they can be fun and entertaining, there are many child andadult deaths per year due to the presence of pools in the yardsof homes. Despite this, more are being installed every year as the summerheat becomes more intolerable for many people. In order to be able to enjoy the luxuries of a swimming poolwithout the risk, there are steps that you need to take toensure swimming pool safety. Below, you will find variousaspects of pool care and safety, along with information on howto best protect your children, family members and pets. - Above Ground Pools
- In ground Pools
- Filter,Pumps, and other Mechanical Parts
- Chlorine and otherPool Chemicals
- Seasonal Pool Care and Maintenance
- Enjoying your Pool
Above Ground PoolsOne of the most common types of pools are above ground swimming pools. Thesepools come in all shapes and sizes, as well as colors, and adornmany backyards all over the world. They tend to lean towardsbeing more obtrusive than in ground, as well as provide avariety of different safety hazards. First, when you set up the pool, you need to make certain thatthe ladder to get in and out of the pool is extremely secure andstable. Falling from the ladder of an above ground pool is oneof the leading causes of injuries, so you need to make certainthat your ladder is set up in a way to minimize chances ofinjury. In addition to this, you should always enforce the rule thatyour guests and children should not sit on the railing of thepool. This is dangerous for many reasons. First, falling off andhitting the ground can cause injuries. Second, if you are reallyunfortunately, the pool could collapse. If this occurs, injuryis a real likelihood. In ground Pools The in ground pool is one of the mostdesired pool types for home owners. These pools are elegant inappearance, easier to care for than the above ground variety,and give you more options for depth. However, there are safetyrisks involved with having an in ground pool. First, you need to make certain that there is always someonewatching the pool when there are children around. Child deathdue to falling into an in ground pool is greater than the riskswith above ground. This is why keeping the area fenced, or thepool covered with boards or other impenetrable materials is anecessity if you have small children. While this problem isstill present with above ground pools, this is the largest riskassociated with this pool type. Also, you need to make certain that you enforce the rule thatthere should be absolutely no running around the pool. Slippingon wet concrete is a real concern, and injuries as a result tendto be severe. With a few precautions, injuries shouldn't occurwith any pool, including above and in ground pools. Filters, Pumps and Other Mechanical Parts One aspect ofpool care and safety that many neglect to consider is themaintenance of their pool filters, pumps and other mechanicalparts. These parts, all of them electronic in some fashion, cancause injury or death if not used carefully. A pump with asoured cable, for example, can cause electric shock to thoseusing and working with it. When you are working with this style of equipment, you need tomake certain that you read all of the safety warnings for thatparticular unit, and keep them out of the reach of children. Ifyour pool is closed for the winter, you need to make certain allof the parts are put into the proper place over the winter, sothat no injuries can be caused by them. Chlorine and Other Pool Chemicals One of the mostimportant things you need to do when you have a pool is to makecertain that you keep all of the swimming pool chemicals and toxic materialsused to keep the pool clean out of the reach of children. Thesechemicals are very dangerous, and should be treated as such. While chlorine is used in water for pools and even the tap, youneed to remember that the amounts are a lot less concentrated inthe tap than in the pool. Consuming straight chlorine can bedeadly, so you should be careful not to expose yourself or yourchildren to toxic amounts of it. Seasonal Pool Care and Maintenance When you own a pool,caring for it is a job that will take up a great deal of time.However, neglecting to clean or care for your pool can causevery bad side effects. First, a non-treated and cared for poolis a perfect breeding ground to mosquitoes and other pests, someof which can carry diseases that can be transmitted to yourfamily
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members. On account of this, you need to make certain that your pool iseither covered, or that you clean out all of the leaves anddebris and treat it on a weekly basis. Uncleaned and untreatedpools also contain bacteria and algae that is unacceptable foryour children and family members. If you do not clean the pool, you should not be swimming in it,as it can pose a health hazard. If you keep up on the cleaningand maintaining of your pool, you and your family can all enjoythe benefits pools offer. Enjoying your Pool With all of these swimming poolsafety rules in mind, it can sometimes seem like enjoying yourpool is a lot of work. It is, but well worth it. Lazy summerdays spent drifting on floats, or luxurious swimming throughclean blue waters can be very relaxing. If you keep the safety rules in mind, you won't get hurt and canfully enjoy your investments. By not diving in no dive zones,and avoiding running, you can make certain that you can fullyenjoy your pool experience without high risk of injury.
About the author:Rebecca Blain is a professional and hobbyist writer who enjoystaking care of her fish and educating people about swimming poolequipment at http://www.everything-swimming-pools.com | |
