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POOL SAFETY When you rent a Florida home, you'll almost certainly get a private pool ofyour very own to use at the back of the house. Because you're probably notused to having one in your own home, here are some safety hints and tips tomake sure that you enjoy yourselves but have no accidents! We're sureyou'll have a great time! Pool Safety Features Most Florida homes with their own private pool also have some securitysafeguards to keep any little ones in your party from harm. These mayinclude pool door alarms (which sound a loud noise to make you aware that adoor leading to the pool area has been opened) or a safety net which acts likea stair gate and stops children from getting to the pool. Some homes mayhave both. It's important that these safety measures are used all the time. Never tamperwith the pool door alarms (this is an offence anyway and could lead to a heavyfine or imprisonment) as it is important that these are set all the time. Always replace the safety net when you leave the pool area so that any of yourlittle ones who may stray out can be kept safe. If there's any problem with the pool door alarms (they start 'beeping' ordon't work) or with the safety net, then let the management company knowimmediately. Always make sure that your little ones are closely supervised when in the poolarea - for their safety and your peace of mind. Pool Use If there's a pool blanket (plastic sheeting) at your rental home and you'vepaid for pool heating, make sure that you replace the cover each time the poolis left empty (i.e. you go out for the day) and always at night. This willkeep the maximum amount of heat in the water for the next time you want to useit. Never let little ones play with the pool cover or jump into the poolwith the cover on it. Don't let anyone dive into the pool - most pools are a maximum of around 5 - 6ft deep and are certainly not deep enough for diving without getting injured. Don't let kids run around or get too excited on the pool deck. This willavoid anyone tripping over and falling into the pool. The sun can still burn, even when it's cloudy and you'll probably lose trackof the time spent in the pool because it's so much fun. Make sure little onesare protected against sunburn - if necessary, get them to wear an old T-shirtin the pool as this will protect their shoulders from being burnt. Even if your little ones have an inflatable safety device if they can't swim,like armbands or baby seats for pool use, always make sure that you've in thepool with them in case they deflate suddenly. If you have little tots who are still in nappies/diapers then please buy someswim ones to keep the pool hygienic for everyone else. These can normally beobtained in any supermarket or pharmacy. Pool rules should be posted in the pool area of the home you're staying in. Always make sure that everyone in your party follows these so that they canhave fun but safely. Around The Pool Please don't use glass or ceramics (i.e. plates, etc) in the pool area andalways use plastic instead. Shards of glass or ceramics can cause painfulinjuries to feet! Pool deck furniture is for sitting or lying on and isn't meant to be thrownanywhere, least of all the pool. It would be appreciated by your home ownerif you and your little ones respect the equipment provided for your (andothers) enjoyment and this will ensure that there are no accidents. If you have a BBQ, please ensure that this is used OUTSIDE the net poolscreen. Remember that homes and, in particular, net screens are flammable! Never lock the net screen doors (unless you've been specifically requested todo so) as this prevents the pool maintenance company from looking after yourpool properly. Leaving The Pool Please use only the towels that have been designated for pool use by your homeowner or bring your own if these are not specifically supplied. Don't go into the house with bare, wet feet as you're likely to slip or trip. Always dry your feet and put shoes or sandals on for safety. Please don't sit on the indoor seating in wet swimwear! This means that thechlorine on your swimwear soaks into the seating and may bleach it. Although the chlorine levels in private pools is less than in public ones,always shower after leaving the pool to get rid of the chlorine on your bodyand in your hair. Rinse out your swimwear in plain (no detergent added) cold water and hang upto dry - the garage is a good place to do this as it's normally quite warm andthings dry quickly. Some homes have towel and swimwear drying stands so youcan use these if provided. Looking After The Pool If you find water levels in the pool are getting low (you'll know this asthe pump will be making quite a loud noise!), please either use the hose atthe house to top up the water level or tell the management company. After heavy rain, you may find the pool water level is very high so tell themanagement company and they can take action to sort this out. After heavy rain, you may also find some dust, dirt or insects in the pool -this is normal. Please just use the skimmer net provided. Never, ever, alter or move the pool controls - pool equipment is veryexpensive and may be damaged this way. If you have a problem with yourpool, always tell your management company immediately so that they can putthe problem right for you. If Your Home Has a Jacuzzi or Spa (attached to the pool) If you are in any doubt whether it would be safe for you to use the Jacuzzi,please check with your doctor first! The Jacuzzi should NOT be used by: - Children under the age of 15
- Those with heart conditions or who have had stokes, guests with chestconditions (ie asthma, etc), high blood pressure, diabetics (particularlythose with neuropathy) and pregnant women
The reason for is because theJacuzzi will raise your heart rate and blood pressure by increasing yourcirculation (children under 15 normally have a higher heart rate than adults) You should limit your time in the Jacuzzi to a MAXIMUM of 20 minutes eachsession Make sure that you turn off the Jacuzzi when you have finished using it sothat the water returns to circulate around the pool. If Your Home Has a Jacuzzi or Spa (not attached to the pool) your home owner will have given you separate instructions on how to usethis. However, the guidelines above for those with medical conditions and forchildren still apply. If you have any doubts about whether you should usethe spa, then please check with your doctor before you leave home. Page added on: 21 July 2004
Author: Irene Stephenson & Carol Hall (Villa link: www.orlandovillas.com /florida-vacation-rental-150.aspx) We aim to provide acccurate and useful information, but if you feel anything provided here is not accurate or out of date, please email us with the address of the page concerned and any commments so we can amend as necessary. Viewed 41 times since 1 September 2008.
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