Safety Advice for Above Ground and In Ground Pools
Swimming pool ownership brings with it responsibility for the safety of those using the pool and people and pets around the pool.
Every year a number of people are unfortunately injured or even die as a result of swimming pool related accidents. Some of the most common accidents and injuries include:
- People slipping and falling around the pool perimeter can result in injury, sometimes very serious
- Children and pets falling into an unattended swimming pool
- Children snagged by the swimming pool drain and held underwater
- Falls from the rim of above ground pools
- Above ground pools collapsing as a result of people standing or sitting on the rail or rim.
Employing a few basic safety steps and rules will go a long way towards lessening the hazards presented by a swimming pool.
Above Ground Pools
Above ground swimming pools are one of the most popular styles as these can be installed with minimal ground work often by a competent DIY enthusiast. When the pool is installed it is important to ensure that the access ladder is very secure and located where it can be used easily.
For users of an above ground pool it should be a rule that nobody should sit or attempt to stand on the rim or railing surrounding the pool. Falls from the edge can cause serious injury and the weight of a person could cause the pool wall to collapse.
In Ground Swimming Pools
In ground pools present their own safety hazards. Being at ground level means that it is much easier for a child or an animal to fall in. It should be a rule that children shouldn’t be allowed to use the swimming pool unsupervised. Another good rule is that there should be no running or horseplay around the perimeter of the swimming pool.
Swimming pool safety fencing, pool alarms and pool safety covers can all be used to keep people and pets away from an in ground pool when not in use.
Swimming Pool Chemicals
Hazardous swimming pool water treatment chemicals should be stored away safely somewhere that is out of the reach of children. Appropriate protection should be used when handling harmful pool water treatment chemicals. Always read and follow the manufacturers safety recommendations.
Pool Drains and Vents
There have been cases of small children trapped below the water by powerful pool water outlets. Pool drain covers should be inspected regularly and checked for security. If the pool is used by small children they should be instructed to keep away from the outlet drains and it should be ensured that small children cannot be trapped by the suction.
Pool Electrical Equipment
Swimming pools use a variety of electrical equipment for circulating the water through filtration and cleaning. Equipment should be routinely inspected for safety ensuring that all cabling is safe and secure.
While it may seem like a chore to make a swimming pool safe and enforce some basic safety rules doing so will go a long way toward keeping people and pets safe and giving you peace of mind.
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