Constantly supervise children.

Decks should be kept clean and clear of debris.

Keep lifesaving equipment next to the pool. These items should remain stationary and not be misplaced.

Decks should have a non-slip surface.

All cups glasses and dishes should be non-breakable.

Never swim alone.

It is best not to swim immediately after eating a heavy meal.

If the supervisor is uncomfortable with someone's swimming abilities, make sure they stay in shallow water and watch them closely.

Use caution with inflatable toys and mattresses -- they deflate.

Absolutely no horseplay or rough housing.

Go down a slide feet-first only.

Only one person on the diving board at a time.

Don't allow swimrning under the diving board while in use.

Make sure all electrical appliances and devices are protected by a ground fault circuit interruptor (GFCI). Water is an excellent conductor of electricity and electrical shock or electrocution can occur in a pool if live electrical current flowing through appliances and devices comes into contact with the water.

Whenever practical, anyone that uses your pool should shower with soap and water before use. Perspiration and lotions will reduce the effectiveness of the pool disinfectant and lessen the ability of the filter to work efficiently.

If you use your pool at night, provide adequate lighting in and around the pool so that the pool bottom is clearly visible.

Keep all chemicals out of the reach of children and pets.

Chemical agents for test kits should be replaced each year.

Keep the original lids on all chemical containers and make sure the lids are closed lightly when not in use.

Do not stack different chemicals on top of one another.

Store chemicals in a cool, dry, well ventilated area preferably off the floor.

Do not store your pool chemicals where other flammable items may mix with them.

>Before using chemicals, carefully read the label and follow manufacturers' instructions.

Always add chemicals to water -- never add water to chemicals.

Never add chemicals to the pool water while swimmers are using the pool.

Test the water in your pool with a reliable test kit regularly. As a rule, the more people who use your pool, the more frequently you should test the water.

Never reuse old chemical containers.

Handle all chemicals, both liquid and dry, carefully.

Never mix chemicals together. Explosions or fire can occur.

Do not inhale dust or fumes of chemicals.

Do not smoke when using chemicals.

Wash your hands throughly after using chemicals.