Swimming pools can be safe and should be safe! You can work with your swimming pool contractor from Advanced Pools, Inc. in Memphis Tennessee about surprising swimming pool dangers & how to avoid them. In many cases, it’s common sense and diligence.
Here are some dangers and how to avoid/address them. If you have any other questions or concerns, let’s talk when we pay our next service visit.
Surprising Pool Dangers & How To Avoid Them
- Never swim alone. Simple. Always have someone in attendance when you’re swimming or when someone else is in the pool.
- Electrical hazards. Electric and water don’t mix. Keep all electrical devices – radios, phone chargers, away from the water. Make certain all the electrical components that are part of the pool are grounded.
- Decks. A slippery deck is a trip and fall hazard. Keep the deck as dry as you can. Also, brush the deck to remove any algae because that is very slippery.
- The pool ladder and stairs should be checked regularly to make certain they are secure and none of the screws or handrails are rusted.
- Bacteria-filled water can be addressed through diligent pool maintenance and upkeep. To ensure the water is always of the highest and cleanest quality – consider hiring a pool service contractor.
- Storing pool chemicals needs to be in a space where no pets or humans can get to them. Store them in a cool, dry and locked space.
- The swimming pool cover should be used at all times and should be checked to ensure there are no rips or tears.
- Diving boards and slides need to be checked to ensure their integrity. You also want to enforce rules of when the diving board and slide need to be off-limits (during parties, is not a safe time to use a diving board, for example)
We work with both new and long-time swimming pool owners on pool safety and maintenance. Give us a call and let’s talk about pool maintenance and pool safety. We practice social distancing to keep you and our crew safe during this pandemic.
