Summer is here and it’s a great time to be outdoors in Tacoma, WA. Even better, our Nantucket Gate apartment community has an outdoor pool and jacuzzi for our residents to enjoy. Before you jump in the pool, read this post to review some pool safety tips to ensure everyone has the best possible experience.
No Running.
Don’t run. This is common sense. Wet decks plus wet feet plus running equals painful abrasions, or worse. Better safe than sorry, walk.
Supervise children.
Children get excited at a place like a pool, so set some boundaries beforehand so they know what behavior is and isn’t acceptable. Stop bullying when you see it and encourage frequent breaks so your child can go to the restroom. Accidents happen, of course, but when they do the fun stops and the pool must be cleaned. Teach them to use the facilities and supervise them so you can intervene when necessary.
Wear appropriate swimwear.
People splash and puddles abound at a pool area, so come dressed for the occasion to eliminate the stress of getting caught in the line of fire. Make sure any children you’re taking to the pool are also dressed appropriately so they can play to their heart's’ content. Caution them against playing around vents and suction cups so no loose hairs or edges of clothing get caught.
Be mindful of others.
Horsing around may be fun, but there are plenty of ways it can hurt or bother someone else, especially in a crowded pool. Remember that there are other people in the pool, so keep the splashing to a minimum if you’re close to someone and practice having fun without getting into a stranger’s personal space. This not only is polite, but it can help you avoid accidents. Another important part of being mindful also means listening to the lifeguards on duty and taking frequent restroom breaks so we don’t have to stop, clear everyone from the pool, and clean it!
Which pool safety tips would you add to our list? Let us know in the comments. Thanks for reading our post.