Now, it seems that summer is here to stay. It's time to go to the pool with the children, therefore we must refresh some very important tips for your safety.
We already know what the little ones enjoy in the water. But to have a good time without risks, there are certain recommendations that we cannot forget. The first and fundamental, that every precaution is little: don't take your eyes off them.
A safe pool
First of all, whether it is communal or private, the pool has to be safe. Has to be fenced and if it is not, the child must always be with a float and not lose sight of it. Any stumbling block or carelessness can be fatal.
It is necessary to check that the fence has a sufficient height so that they cannot climb it and that the door is always tightly closed with latch or latch That children can't open. One is trusted, but our little MacGyver are able to open any door with great skill.
In the case of private pools, there are alarms that sound when something falls into the water. If the child falls by accident, a part installed in the pool emits a sound signal to a fixed receiver.
We must also check that there are no broken pieces on the curb or around the pool with which they can be injured. With young children, be very careful with trampolines or platforms that can jump or hit.
Floats, sleeves, boards and so on
We cannot rely on the accessories we use for children to float in the water. They are essential, but we must remember that they are not infallibleTherefore, even if they carry them, we cannot stop watching them for a moment.
In fact it is better always wear them, even if they are not going to get into the water, they will be protected if they fall by accident.
Nor should we trust their resistance, as they can get punctured, lose air, or else the child can have any type of problem in the water.
We always have to buy approved quality products, with safety valves, since we put the lives of our children at risk. I also advise you to always have a pair of sleeves or a spare float in case the one you are using is punctured.
Inflatable pools
A separate chapter deserves inflatable pools, since being small and shallow they seem harmless, but a child can drown in them perfectly.
We usually put little water on them, just to cool off and play there with their toys, but beware that a child can drown just in two centimeters of water. So, never leave the child playing alone in the pool.
According to a report in the United States, a child dies drowned in an inflatable pool every five days. The vast majority under five years due to brief oversights in supervision.
Games and toys
Another point that we must take into account are the games that children play in the pool. Playing in the water can be a lot of fun, but the little ones they don't measure the risk that some games may have.
Especially when there are more children in the pool, even when they are older, they cannot be left alone. Jumping, running along the curb, pushing or choking can be very dangerous, as well as the stunts they do when they jump into the water. They do not control the distance to the ground, to the edge or to the stairs and can cause serious trauma.
Nor should we leave toys floating in the water, since children may be tempted to go after them and fall inside or sink. When the child finishes playing, always collect all the toys and take them out of the water.
Other safety tips
Of course, do not forget the sunscreen, and I not only talk about the sun cream, but also a suitable shoe with a rubber sole, a cap and glasses to protect the eyes from the sun. Avoid going to the pool in the central hours of the day when the sun is too intense.
Finally, we must take the necessary precautions to avoid the syncope of hydrocution, badly called a digestion cut. It is not necessary to wait for some time to get into the water if certain common sense rules are followed.
