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SIX TIPS TO ENJOY YOUR HOME POOL SAFELY

  • By admincgb
  • 09 Oct, 2017
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Now you have the chance to spend the hot summer days relaxing in your own swimming pool, it is your responsibility to ensure that everyone is safe when using it.

Here are six tips to help reduce the risk of accidents.

INSTALL POOL FENCING
Pool fencing on the Gold Coast is mandatory, regardless of whether there are children living on the property.

You will not be allowed to use your pool until your pool fencing has been issued with a safety certificate.

There are great stylish options available, such as glass pool fencing.

Gold Coast homeowners can add visual appeal to their pool enclosure and value to their home while complying with the law.

SET THE RULES
Prevention is your strongest tool against accidents. Set some rules and let your children and visitors know what they are.

They might include that children are not allowed to swim without adult supervision or that diving is not allowed.

INVEST IN SAFETY GEAR
If you have young children, get them life jackets and a few more for guests. Keep a buoyancy ring next to the swimming pool in case you need to throw it in to assist someone.

This might be the quickest way to save someone’s life if there is an accident.

INVEST IN SAFETY GEAR
Pool alarms let you know if your child has opened the gate enclosure without your supervision.

You can also install an underwater motion alarm, which will alert you if there is unauthorised movement in the water.

TAKE SWIMMING LESSONS
With Australia having such a warm climate and backyard swimming pools so prevalent in Queensland, teaching your children to swim is an important skill that they can use throughout their entire lives. Enrol your kids in swimming lessons for more water confidence.

If your children already know how to swim, take them to a class where they can learn about water safety and what to do in case of an emergency. Adults can take a similar class as well as learn first aid.

GET POOL COVERS
Covering your pool can easily stop a child from using it without supervision. The pool cover must be heavy and secure. Don’t cut costs and only buy one that cannot collapse under the weight of a child, otherwise, they could be trapped underwater.
To find out more about Pool Fencing products please contact us on 07 5679 0161 or mobile 0434 786 538 and we’ll be happy to assist in the design and installation of your pool fencing.

For safety and advice, you can download this article for future reference: Six Tips to Enjoy Your Pool This Summer
By admin-user 11 Sep, 2018
Pool fencing is a must for avoiding fines and to keep your kids and pets safe from drowning. However outdated, traditional fencing isn’t attractive. Nobody wants to create a glorious outdoor oasis surrounding by greenery and vegetation, only to have it be surrounded by bad-looking fence.
By admin-user 29 May, 2018
Glass Balustrades are becoming more and more popular due to the variety of styles and safety benefits they have to offer. Crystal Glassbuild offers glass balustrades on the Gold Coast in many different finishes and are suitable for indoor and outdoor areas.
By admin-user 17 May, 2018
At Crystal Glassbuild, we have been supplying and maintaining pool fencing and glass balustrades on the Gold Coast for many years. We have an excellent range of frameless, semi frameless and aluminium fencing solutions.
By admin-user 17 May, 2018
As part of a great looking property, pool fencing on the Gold Coast can be one of the best investments a homeowner can make. There are safety considerations, which are vital to any family.
By admin-user 15 May, 2018
Choosing the right pool fencing is an important task, it needs to be practical, functionable and stylish without breaking your budget. Crystal Glassbuild offers premium pool fencing on the Gold Coast by providing a reliable service, with top quality products at affordable prices.
By admincgb 25 Jan, 2018
Queensland has strict regulations that mandate all private and public pools are made safe for young children. The Queensland government made pool fencing mandatory and recommended design guidelines that all homeowners and installers must abide by.
By admincgb 19 Dec, 2017
a ball is tossed into the pool area, chances are they’ll be trying to fetch it by scaling the fence. When it comes to aluminium fencing, children are able to climb on the horizontal bars or squeeze through the railings.
By admincgb 22 Nov, 2017
If you have decided to build a pool on your property, you’ll need to consider pool fencing before you can legally fill your pool with water.
By admincgb 06 Nov, 2017
When thinking about the aesthetics of building the balustrade for staircases it’s an important element that may be easily overlooked. These components can make or break the architectural style of an interior space so choose them carefully.
By admincgb 23 Oct, 2017
Pool fencing is not just about drilling some holes and borrowing a posthole digger. Professional installers have to comply with strict regulations to ensure that the pool fencing is safe and meets regulatory guidelines regarding height, slip-surface and potential climbing footholds.
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