(1) One or more poles with a blunt hook at one end. Each pole should
be longer than one-half the pool width and should be able to reach all sections of
the pool floor. Preferably, the pole should be of bamboo or other suitable light
material. There should be at least 18 inches between the tip of the hook and the
tip of the pole.
(2) One or more "flutter boards," each approximately 1 foot by 3 feet by 2
inches, capable of supporting in water a weight of at least 20 pounds.
(3) One or more throwing-ring buoys with a maximum diameter of 15 inches
and with attached 3/16-inch lines. The lines should be at least equal in length to the
maximum width of the pool.
(4) A separate throwing rope which is at least one-half as long as the
maximum width of the pool.
e. Maintenance. Lifesaving equipment should be kept in good repair and
operating condition. The functions should be plainly marked, and the equipment should
be readily available. No one should tamper with or use this equipment for any purpose
other than the intended use.
f. Safety Rules. It is a good idea for basic swimming pool regulations to be
posted. Figure 1-6 shows suggested pool rules.
1.
Orders and instructions of pool attendants will be complied with by all bathers.
2.
All bathers with long hair will wear bathing caps.
3.
All bathers must take a shower bath with warm water and soap before entering
the pool enclosure, and swimming suits will not be worn in the shower bath.
Bathers leaving the pool to use the toilet are required to take a second shower
bath before returning to the pool.
4. No running, scuffling, ducking, or other forms of horseplay are permitted.
5. Spitting, blowing the nose, urinating, or defecating in the pool is forbidden.
6. No food, bottles, or drinking glasses are allowed in the bathhouse or pool
enclosure.
7. No person who has a respiratory or other communicable disease or disease
discharge, who is wearing a bandage of any kind, or who is otherwise ill is
permitted to enter the pool enclosure.
8. No person reported by the surgeon as having or as being a carrier of
aninfectious disease is permitted to enter the pool.
9. No persons other than bathers who have complied with these regulations and
those concerned with the operation of the pool are allowed within the pool
enclosure.
10. General swimming is prohibited in the diving area while diving equipment is in
use.
Figure 1-6. Suggested swimming pool rules.
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