Openings in the fence should be no more than four inches wide. If the house is part of the barrier, the doors leading from the house to the pool should remain locked and be protected with an alarm that produces sounds when the door is unexpectedly opened. Never leave furniture near the fence that would enable a child to climb over the fence. Always keep basic lifesaving equipment by the pool and know how to use it. Keep toys away from the pool when it is not in use.
Toys can attract young children into the pool.
Pool covers should always be completely removed prior to pool use. It Only Takes a Minute from your local Red Cross chapter. If a child is missing, check the pool first. Go to the edge of the pool and scan the entire pool, bottom, and surface, as well as the surrounding pool area. Safe In, On, and Around the Water Maintain constant supervision.