POOL SAFETY

POOL SAFETY CHECKLIST

• Is there a fence that separates the pool from the house or common area?
• If NO fence, do doors or windows leading to the swimming area have locks installed and are they out of children’s reach?
• Is the fence at least 4 feet high with vertical bars that children can’t climb?  
• Are vertical bars no more than 4 inches apart?
• Does the fence have a self-closing, self-latching gate?   
• If gate is not locked with a key, is the latch out of the reach of young children? 
• Are there objects near the fence that will enable a child to climb the fence?  
• Are there any trees, bushes or other objects that might block a clear view of the pool from the house?  
• If the pool has a diving board, is the depth at least 8 feet at the deepest end?   
• Is the pool depth marked on the pool deck or walls?  
• Are there ladders or steps at each end of the pool? 
• Is the water level 3 or 4 inches from the top to make climbing easier?   
• Is there rescue equipment near the pool (i.e. styrofoam ring on a long rope or a long handled hook)?  
• Are adult family members/babysitters trained in CPR?   
• Are pool chemicals/supplies stored properly and out of reach of children? 
• Is a master pump shutoff switch in easy access to pool area?   
• Is a telephone outside in easy access to pool area?  
• Are toys kept in pool area when not in use by children?   
• Are water motion devices in use?