NSPI, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and other agencies preach pool rules, knowing that constant reminders are key. Emphasize the need for constant supervision. Never leave a child unsupervised near a pool. Otherwise, adults may become pre-occupied and assume someone else is watching the children. If a child is missing, check the pool first.
Seconds count in preventing death or disability.
Go to the edge of the pool and scan the entire pool, bottom and surface, as well as the pool area. Do not allow a young child in the pool without an adult. Do not consider young children to be drown-proof because they have had swimming lessons or are wearing a life jacket. Do not use flotation devices, such as water wings, as a substitute for supervision. Keep rescue equipment by the pool.