Learn
how to swim.
Have
rescue equipment by the pool.
Take
a class to learn CPR. Contact the Sun Lakes Fire Dept. to enroll
in
a class at (480) 895-9343w.homesafetycouncil.org
Have
a cordless phone in the pool area.
Call 9-1-1
in the event of an emergency.
A
swimming pool should have a fence that goes all the way around it.
The
fence should have a gate that closes by itself.
Children who cannot swim, should wear a life jacket.
Adults should keep their eyes on children every second they are near
water.
Stay
awake and sober when watching children in or near water.
Only
adults can safely take care of children in or near water.
Dont
ask children to baby-sit younger children around water.
Store
large buckets turned over, so water cannot collect inside them.
Put
away pool cleaning equipment after use.
Wipe
up spills as soon as they happen.
Keep
the area around the pool clean. Pick up toys and other things that
you can
trip over.