Pool Safety � The Key To Fun: Inground Swimming Pools In Michigan By Midwest Pools Usa

If you’re considering an inground swimming pool to jazz up your Michigan home, don’t forget that becoming a pool owner is a responsibility. That means you not only have to take care of your investment; you also owe it to everyone who enjoys your inground swimming pool to put into place safety measures.

How important is safety? Very,especially when kids are concerned. According to the United States based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about one in four fatal drowning victims is under 14. And that doesn’t count the number of kids who require emergency room care because of nonfatal injuries sustained during swim times.

This isn’t to say that your Michigan or South Carolina inground swimming pool can’t be a pure haven, of course! You just have to take precautions. Here, we’ll look at some of the best ways to keep your inground pool investment fun and safe 100% of the time:

1. Always Keep a Phone Near the Pool

Regardless of whether it’s an charged cell phone, a cordless phone or a landline, you need to have a way for swimmers to call for help, just in case. Time is of the essence in an emergency; don’t waste precious minutes looking for a way to contact 911.

2. Don’t Swim Alone

It’s tempting to regularly �dip� into your Michigan inground swimming pool, especially when the kids are at school and your spouse is out of the house. But many drownings and water incidents take place when swimmers are alone. Exercise caution by inviting a friend to your pool � it’ll be safer� and more enjoyable.

3. Never Swim in a Rain Storm

If you hear a clap of thunder, it means that lightning is close enough to strike you. Therefore, if you’re on lap 20 and you know a storm is coming, it’s best to get out of the water. Sure, you may have intended to complete 40 laps, but wait for the storm to pass before jumping back in rather than risk being struck by lightning.

4. Use Sunscreen Every Time You Swim

Even if it’s an overcast day and it seems like the sun isn’t going to grace your South Carolina inground swimming pool, it’s still a good idea for you to slather on the sunscreen. Skin cancer is a reality but is preventable; thus, you have to protect your skin and the skin of those who are at your inground swimming pool.

5. Always Supervise Kids Who are Swimming

It takes very little time for an accident to occur (the CDC warns that a drowning can happen in only five minutes), so you need to be at the top of your game when it comes to supervising kids (even teens) at your South Carolina inground swimming pool. Be vigilant and know where every child is at all times. If many kids will be enjoying your pool at one time, make sure you aren’t the only adult; it can be tough to keep track of numerous youngsters.

By being responsible, you’ll be able to enjoy your inground swimming pool and the memories it helps create for many years to come!

MidWest Pools USA has been providing inground swimming pool installation services to Michigan residents for the last few years