To escape the summer heat, friends and family might spend several occasions splashing around in your pool throughout the season. From taking eyes off little ones to forgetting to keep the space well-lit, there are several ways accidents can occur. To keep swimmers out of danger, here are some building supplies you can pick up to make the pool area safer and additional advice you should follow.

3 Pool Safety Tips for Summer Fun

1. Create a List of Rules & Enforce Them

Bad behavior often leads to life-threatening accidents, so make sure friends and family know how to conduct themselves near the pool. Write down a list of rules on poster board and have it laminated. Some procedures to jot down include walking around the pool deck instead of running, staying out of the water while intoxicated, and making sure strong swimmers are on guard when children and nonswimmers are in the pool. Also include on the sign consequences for breaking rules, including losing pool privileges.      

2. Have Older Family Members Learn CPR

In addition to ensuring stronger swimmers remain near the pool while in use, make sure adults and older children in the home learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). If someone should need medical assistance, performing CPR on them while waiting for emergency help to arrive could save their life. You can consult the Red Cross for training and in-person sessions in your area. 

3. Build a Perimeter Fence 

The pool should be sectioned off from the patio, lawn, and other areas of the yard. This will eliminate the risk of people or pets falling in the water.  Depending on where you live, you might also have to construct a safety fence by law. You can pick up building supplies at your home improvement store to create the border. It should extend around the entire perimeter of the installation. You can construct a wooden fence and stain it in the same color as house siding, creating a sense of unity. You could also create a chain-link boundary to be able to see the rest of the surroundings.

For high-quality building supplies to create pool fences, walkways, and additional fixtures to make outdoor spaces safer and more functional, visit Western Hills Builder Supply. Over the past 90-plus years, the Cincinnati, OH-based company has grown a steady following of fans in the Tri-State area in search of masonry tools, pavers, and additional equipment to complete a wide range of projects. The team will also recommend additional improvements to increase home value. To inquire about building supplies in stock, call (513) 574-6200. Visit the retailer online for additional information.