Make a Splash

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As pool season approaches, Dietrich Pool Service wants to help make sure your summer is not only enjoyable, but also safe for everyone. Before diving in, it’s important to review some essential safety measures to protect your loved ones.

Let’s begin with one of the most crucial aspects: your fence and gates. Your pool fence should act as a solid barrier- chain link or another secure style that a child cannot easily get through. The gate must be self-closing and self-latching. According to code, it should close properly at the 2” opening mark, which is roughly the width of three fingers. Additionally, the latch or lock must be placed out of a child’s reach to prevent accidental entry.

Now that you’ve opened the pool, make sure your main drain covers are in place and secure. All manufacturers of main drain covers are required to include an expiration date. Typically, they should be replaced every 5 to 7 years, depending on the manufacturer (Virginia Graeme Baker Act, 2007). A certified diver can replace them without draining the pool.

Since we know you keep your pool chemically balanced and properly filtered, we won’t go into those details.

Let’s talk about pool parties! If you’re hosting a gathering, we recommend a few safety measures to ensure everyone has a good time. First, designate someone to watch the little ones while they swim.

Keep a small first aid kit nearby for any minor injuries, just in case. Additionally, we highly recommend that all pool owners take a CPR/First Aid class. These classes typically take about 8 hours at your local YMCA, hospital, or rescue squad.

Those 8 hours could truly be life-saving.

We hope these suggestions help you have a safe and enjoyable season. Remember, we’re always just a phone call away. From all of us at Dietrich Pool Service, we wish you a fun-filled and safe summer by the pool!