Supervision

• The first keys to remaining safe near a pool or spa is to have adult supervision for children and never allow swimming alone. Without someone nearby to help if there is an accident, swimming can be dangerous for both children and adults.
  
  

Boundaries

• Keep the pool and spa area safe by having a barrier around the area, such as a fence with lockable gates and doors that close on their own. This will prevent unsupervised small children, and pets, from entering the area.
  
  

Drains

• Make sure all drains are unclogged and that they have newer, undamaged covers. Clogged drains can create stronger suction, which can cause hair and body parts to become trapped. Older hot tubs and spas with only one drain have a higher hazard risk than newer models that have two drains. Never let kids swim near drains and remove everyone from the water if there's a broken drain or cover.
  
  

Temperature

• The Consumer Product Safety Commission advises water temperatures in spas to remain below 104 degrees, as higher temperatures can cause drowsiness and heat stroke, which can lead to death.
  
  

Knowledge

• Keeping up to date with current CPR methods is essential to pool safety, and swimming classes always teach individuals the safest ways to swim.