APSP Members are Committed to Safety
We in the industry know that swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs bring years of enjoyment. They offer opportunities to spend time with friends and family, and to relax and relieve stress, while also providing many health and fitness benefits.
APSP members are committed to the responsible use of pool, spas, and hot tubs. Many dealers and manufacturers have safety information on their websites, and many coordinate exciting, fun-filled safety programs in their communities.
APSP continually works with nationally recognized safety groups and with federal, state, and local governments to ensure you and your customers are protected and have the most up-to-date information on pool, spa, and hot tub safety.
Consumers know APSP professionals care about their safety.
Be sure to let your customers know there are a wealth of free resources available from you and from your association.
Safety Messages: Public Service Announcements - Video
Click here to view our Public Service TV ads and to listen to our radio spots, all starring Leslie Nielsen talking about pool & spa safety. If you’re interested in receiving a DVD of these PSAs for your local radio or TV station, please contact Helen Bloch. Getting these messages out saves lives!
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Pool & Spa Safety Act Supported by APSP Enacted Into Law
Click here for important information about the “Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act” including a summary of the act.APSP Members are Committed to Safety |
Responsible Adult Supervision is Key
There should always be an adult designated to maintain constant visual contact with children whenever they are near, or could get near, any body of water.
Entrapment Protection
An exposed suction outlet (drain) presents a serious danger to children and adults. All drains must be protected by an approved cover. If any outlet cover is broken, loose, or missing, the pool should be closed immediately, and an industry professional should be called to make the necessary repairs.
Layers of Protection
In addition to supervision, APSP supports the concept of "layers of protection." This means the pool, spa, or hot tub is equipped with several devices that delay unsupervised access or warn of a child's presence. Following are some options for protecting children and preventing accidents:
- Suction Outlet Cover: Be sure the pool or spa has an approved suction outlet cover in place. If it's missing, broken, or not securely fastened, close the pool or spa and call an industry professional to make the repair.
- Fencing: Isolate the swimming pool with a minimum four-foot-high enclosure.
- Safety Covers: An impenetrable covering that completely covers the pool, spa, or hot tub will prevent access to the water when there isn't supervision.
- Alarms: Alarms are available for doors, fences, in pools, and as a clip-on for children. Alarms detect unwanted entrances to your pool, spa, or hot tub.
- Rope and Float Line: Place these across the pool to alert swimmers to the separation of the deep end from the shallow end of the pool.
- Rescue Equipment: Equipment such as a life ring and shepherd's hook should be placed near the pool in an easily accessible spot.
- Posted Emergency Information: Post all CPR, other emergency information, and warning signs, as well as the emergency phone number - 911 - near the pool, spa, or hot tub.
- Outside Telephone: Be sure to have a telephone in case you need to summon help.
Become familiar with APSP resources by clicking on the following:
Overview of Safety Information
Free Pool, Spa, and Hot Tub Brochures