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Backyard Pool Precautions

Adding a pool to your backyard can be an investment in fun, but along with the good times comes a major responsibility to make sure your family, friends and neighbors are safe. Pool safety is something that everyone needs to take seriously.
A fence is a must to ensure child safety around a pool. Make sure your fence is at least six feet tall and difficult to climb. If you don’t like the look of a fence, you may want to reconsider adding a pool to your yard. Fences are the best way to ensure safety.
You can soften the look of a fence by adding vines to grow over the surface. Avoid bordering the fence with trees or shrubs, because they could provide an easy boost for curious children to climb over the fence. Keep the door or gate leading to your pool locked at all times.
Be sure to keep rescue equipment easily accessible around the pool. It is also a good idea to have someone in your household learn CPR and be trained in how to rescue a swimmer if it should become necessary.
Develop a plan for what to do in case of an emergency and teach it to your children. Also establish some rules for the pool, including no pushing or rough play in or near the pool, children should not be allowed near the pool without adequate supervision and never swim immediately after drinking, eating or taking medication.
These are just a few suggestions to consider if you are thinking about installing a backyard pool. Make sure that your backyard is a safe place to have fun. Call us for your fence installation.
Helpful tips from St. Louis’ premier handyman, Andys Home And Business Repair. Have a great summer!