Swimming pool equipment in Kenya continue to play a very
important role in the country in ensuring that people get to enjoy themselves
and at the same time ensuring that those who want to keep fit do so in a very
enjoyable manner.
As swimming pools continue providing people with the leisure
they want, it’s very important that we ensure that both the safety of the users
and equipment is guaranteed.
Being able to identify a problem in the swimming pool
equipment is very important as it will help you avoid many more complications
that could arise due to the initial problem.
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Safety tips for swimming pool equipment in Kenya
Pump
One needs to familiarize himself with the normal sound of
the pump. This is very essential because it will help you know if there is
something wrong with the pump in case it starts sounding differently. For
example if you find out that your pump sounds noisy, then it could simply mean
that your pump is leaking or the bearings are worn out.
So being able to identify this kind of change early enough
will save you on the costly repairs in the event that the damage is intense.
You will also need to check the pool filter frequently to
ensure smooth running. Pool filter also needs to be back washed at least once a
month. This is to ensure that the filter media continues to function well and
keeps the water clean at all times.
Fence
It’s important to note that any pool equipment should have a
fence over it. The fence should be a non climbable one so as to ensure that no
one climbs over the fence or wall. This will therefore ensure the safety of the
facility, the users and the people living around the facility.
The gates or fences leading to the pool or spa area should
be self closing and self latching with latches that are out of reach of
children.
Ensure that all the gates are properly installed and that
they open away from the pool and not towards the pool.
Supervision
Pool equipment must be supervised at all times especially when a child is in the pool or spa area. This is also very important when a
learner is in the pool. To avoid accidents or cases of drowning, it’s very
essential that there is someone to around to supervise a when a child is in the
pool area.
Pool/spa safety covers
Pools and spas must have their safety covers. This is very
essential in ensuring the safety of children. The covers should therefore be
able to hold the weight of a child.
These safety covers should therefore be removed completely only
if you need to clean them and they should be replaced immediately afterwards.
Safety covers which are automated should have the turn
switch at a height of at least 54’’ above the ground or locked so as to ensure
that children do not open the cover themselves.
The above safety tips for swimming pools in Kenya are important and should therefore be applied at all costs so as to ensure safety.
