A pool is a terrific bonus for travelers, with many listing it as a “must” for their holidays. Securing the safety of your pool or hot tub area and providing safety devices can keep this vacation highlight from becoming a potentially life-threatening hazard.
Vrbo recommends incorporating basic water safety guidelines into your house rules. As you review your pool’s current safety items, please consider the following to continue providing a safe and joyous vacation experience for your travelers:
Consider a fence
- Install a fence or gate around your pool to help ensure the safety of children and persons requiring supervision.
- A gate featuring a highly placed lock can help safeguard against small children gaining unsupervised access.
- Additionally, check that pool or spa covers are in use and functioning properly.
- Please review local regulations to confirm requirements for pool fences, gates, and covers.
Rescue materials and references
- Ensure a safety floatation device is in place before each new stay, and that it is visibly positioned near your pool for quick access in an emergency.
- Depth markers are also a great way to keep travelers safe and protect against shallow-water diving.
Additional safety recommendations
- Consider installing an alarm that sounds off each time a pool entryway is opened.
- Lastly, you can maximize peace of mind by posting safety and health information on your listing and at the pool, such as Emergency Phone Numbers, CPR Instructions, and “pool rules” displaying potential hazards for persons who may be pregnant or who suffer from health conditions.
Adopting and practicing as many steps to safety as possible can help travelers to stay worry free and create lasting memories for years to come.
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