Summer is here, but the start of the school year is quickly approaching. Everyone is trying to squeeze as much fun into the remainder of the summer as possible, which includes lots of pool time! Making sure that your family and friends can swim safely should be a top priority. Here are some pool safety tips to follow to make sure that you, your family, and your friends aren’t victims of a summer pool accident.

-Make sure to watch your children closely anytime they are near a pool or hot tub

-Keep a cell phone close by. In case there is an accident, you can call 911 quickly.

-Learn how to swim and teach your children how to swim from an early age

-Learn CPR

-Install a fence (at least 4 feet high) around your pool and hot tub that includes a self closing and self latching gate

-Use a surface cover

-Make sure all drains are properly covered

By following these tips you can safely enjoy your pool all summer long.

If you or someone you know has been injured due to an accident in or near an unsafe pool, call Kyle today at (770) 744-5250 for your free consultation.