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Public Pool Safety

Spending time at a public pool is a great way to beat the heat and relax with friends and neighbors. When you go, practice good safety concepts and help make it a great experience for everyone.

Using a public pool

For the safety of everyone involved, it is important that anyone using a public pool first learns how to swim. Even a basic knowledge of proper swimming techniques will be helpful in the water. Find out if the public pool you use offers swimming lessons. Many of these locations provide courses for both children and adults.

A public pool will attract a variety of different people. Everyone must be respectful of their fellow pool goers, and share the pool facilities. It is especially important to watch out for children both in and out of the water. Avoid a lot of horseplay, and respect the personal space of others. Remember that everyone is there to relax and enjoy a nice day in the water.

Find out how deep the water is before diving in. Diving head first into a shallow pool is very dangerous and can cause serious injury and even death. Many public pools do not allow diving at all, so only dive when it is approved, and always in the deep end only.

Never run on the deck of a pool. Keep in mind that the deck will be wet most of the time, and is likely to be slippery. It is far too easy to fall and get hurt, or collide into people around the pool. Take your time and don't risk injuring yourself or others.

Be aware of the damage the sun can do to your skin, and bring along a powerful sun screen. Make sure it is one that will not wash off in the water. Apply the lotion several times throughout the day to make sure you remain properly protected.

Public pool rules

Every public pool will have a set of rules and safety guidelines posted on a wall. Take the time to read through them, and follow all of the rules. They are there to protect you and every visitor to the pool.

Many pools will have a lifeguard on duty during public hours. They are there to help keep everyone safe, so follow any instructions they give. A lifeguard will know how to administer CPR and other first aid techniques, so if someone is hurt or in danger, get out of the way and let the lifeguard do their job.

No public pool allows alcohol on or near the premises. Drinking alcohol and getting into a pool is not safe. When you drink, your reflexes and reaction times are slower than normal, and you are likely to endanger yourself and those around. Never drink when getting into the water.

Glass containers are always prohibited at public pools. It is far too easy to drop and break a glass, which is a hazard to everyone. Some public pools may allow you to bring food or non-alcoholic beverages, but they must be stored in plastic containers. If you do bring items from home, make sure to clean up after yourself before you leave. Public pools are meant to be enjoyed by the entire community, so do your part to keep them clean.

When temperatures rise and you need to beat the heat, head on down to your local public pool. Just remember to follow the rules and keep it safe for everyone.