Water recreation is both fun and therapeutic. However, it involves inherent risks
of injury and death. To reduce your risk of injury, read and follow all product,
package and package insert warnings and instructions. Remember, however, that
product warnings, instructions and safety guidelines cover some common risks
of water recreation, but do not cover all risks and dangers.
For additional safeguards, also familiarize yourself with the following general
guidelines as well as guidelines provided by nationally recognized Safety
Organizations:
• Demand constant supervision. A competent adult should be appointed as a "lifeguard"
or water watcher, especially when children are
in
and around the poo
l.
• Lea
rn
to swim.
• Take the time to learn CPR and first aid.
• Instruct anyone who is supervising pool users about potential pool hazards and about
the use
of
protective devices such as locked doors, barriers, etc.
• Instruct all pool users, including children what
to
do in case
of
an emergency.
• Always use common sense and good judgement when enjoying any water activity.
• Supervise, supervise, supervise.
For additional information on safety, please visit
• The Association of Pool and Spa Professionals: The Sensible Way to Enjoy
Your Aboveground/Onground Swimming Pool www.nspi.org
• American Academy
of
Pediatrics: Pool Safety for Children www.aap.org
• Red Cross www.redcross.org
• Safe Kids www.safekids.org
• Home Safety Council: Safety Guide www.homesafetycouncil.org
• Toy Industry Association: Toy Safety www.toy-tia.org
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