With the summer months here and pools open across all of our neighborhoods, please keep these pool safety tips in mind and review them with your family.
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πΒ Never go into the water alone. Make sure an adult and/or parent is present at all times.
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πΒ Ensure that all pools have locked and alarmed fences surrounding them.
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πΒ Walk, don’t run. Running increases the chances of slips and falls on wet surfaces, resulting in serious injury. β
πΒ Keep the pool covered when not in use.
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πΒ Clear the pool of toys so kids aren’t tempted to enter unsupervised.
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πΒ If a child is missing in the home, be sure to check the pool area first.
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πΒ Keep rescue equipment and a first aid kit by the pool.
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πΒ Keep Hatzalah’s phone number handy and displayed on the phone closest to the pool. β
π Ensure important info (address, family name, Hatzalah’s emergency info, etc.) is listed boldly on the walls surrounding the pool area.
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πΒ It’s tempting to spend hours lounging in the pool. Remember to drink water during the day & to apply sunscreen.
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πΒ If you’re not a comfortable swimmer, take lessons. They’re a fun way to feel more confident on pool days.
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