3. PURPOSE

To establish the minimum content of a home pool safety plan.

4. DESCRIPTION

There are many times when as an owner of a home pool you will be asked questions about the design of the pool tank or the type of equipment you are using. Having an plan can assist you when seeking advice from professionals or when you fix problems for yourself. The following items will assist you in developing a plan.

• Don’t allow swimming if the pool covers are not completely off.
• Only have electrical work carried out by licensed trades people.

Pool Plan Considerations

• Have you a plan of your pool which outlines its size, volume, and the location of plumbing and electrical works?
• Have you ever practised dealing with a mock emergency?
• Do you have a regular maintenance plan for your pool plant (pumps & filters)?
• Do you know what procedures you would adopt in the case of a minor aquatic emergency (lack of water clarity, chemical irregularities)?
• Do you know what procedures you would adopt in the case of a major aquatic emergency (near drowning, spinal injury, chemical spill, fire)?
• In an emergency do you know who to phone? (000, Doctor, Fire) Fill in the form at the back of this booklet and keep it near your phone in case of an emergency
• Do you have any rescue equipment such as reaching poles or rescue tubes?
• Is the rescue equipment in easy reach and in good order?
• Do you keep electrical equipment away from the pool?
• Are all power outlets or the main circuit fitted with Earth Leakage Protection?