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• Toys, chairs, tables or similar objects that a young child could climb should be at least four feet (4') [121.92 cm] from the pool. The pump filter system should be
positioned so as to prevent it from being used as a means of access to the pool by young children. Do not leave toys inside pool when finished using, since toys
and similar items might attract a child to the pool.
• Position furniture (for example, tables, chairs) away from pool and so that children cannot climb on it to gain access to the pool.
Diving Risk
• Above-ground/on-ground residential swimming pools are for swimming and wading only. No diving boards, slides or other equipment are to be added to an
above-ground/on-ground pool.
• Do not dive into this pool. Diving into shallow water can result in a broken neck, paralysis, or death.
Special Warning
• Local building codes may require obtaining a building or electrical permit. Installer shall follow regulations on setback, barriers, devices and other conditions.
• Safety signs shall comply with requirements of ANSI-Z535 and to use signal wording.
• DO NOT attempt to assemble this pool in adverse weather conditions, windy conditions or when the temperature is below 60°F.
Extra Safety Warning
• Adult supervision is always required.
• Do not install on a deck or other surface at, above, or slightly below the top rail of the pool.
• Do not allow roughhousing and horseplay.
• Install a pool ladder(s) or staircase for entry and exit from the pool.
• Instruct pool users about the proper use of all pool ladder(s) and staircases.
• Face ladder going up or down.
• Check all nuts and bolts regularly to ensure that the ladder stays sturdy.
• Please contact pool site dealer or manufacturer for additional safety signs if deemed necessary.
• For pool service, select a certified pool professional. For additional safety information, see www.APSP.org
Consumer Awareness Booklets and Information Source
Contact: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission at www.cpsc.gov/safety-education/safety-guides/pools-and-spas, Pub. #362 "Safety Barrier
Guidelines for Home Pools."
• The Sensible Way to Enjoy Your Above-ground/On-ground Swimming Pool.
• Children Aren't Waterproof.
• Layers of Protection.
• Pool and Spa Emergency Procedures for Infants and Children.
• Be Safety Aware Copies of the above brochures are available free from the APSP. Go to: www.APSP.org
Safety Education Programs and Materials
Educational programs and materials (i.e., seminars, workshops, brochures, videos, instructional guides) are available from the APSP, other aquatic safety groups,
and by private firms. As a means of communicating useful safety information to pool owners/operators, and users, industry members are permitted to provide such
information to owners/operators and to request or require owners/operators to sign a statement that they have received, read, and will follow the guidelines.
Other sources of safety information:
• www.cdc.gov
• www.cpsc.gov
• www.drowningpreventionalliance.com
• www.nspf.org
• www.safekids.org
UL Underwriters Laboratories
333 Pfingsten Road,Northbrook IL 60062-2096
Contact: 847-272-8800
www.ul.com
NSF NSF International
P.O. Box 130140
789 N. Dixboro Road
Ann Arbor MI 48105
Contact: 800-673-6275 or 734-769-8010
www.nsf.org
ANSI American National Standards Institute
25 West 43rd Street, New York NY 10036
Contact: 212-642-4900
www.ansi.org
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APSP Association of Pool & Spa Professionals
(formerly National Spa and Pool Institute)
2111 Eisenhower Avenue, Ste. 500
Alexandria VA 22314-4679
Contact: 703-838-0083
www.apsp.org
ASTM ASTM International (formerly American Society of Testing & Materials)
100 Barr Harbor Drive, P.O. Box C700 West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959
Contact: 877-909-2786 (USA & CANADA) or 610-832-9585 (International)
610-832-9555 (fax)
www.astm.org
ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Two Park Avenue, New York NY 10016-5990
Contact: 800-843-2763 (U.S. & CANADA) or 973-882-1170 (International)
www.asme.org
NSPI National Spa and Pool Institute (see APSP)
NEC National Electrical Code (see NFPA)
NFPA National Fire Protection Association
1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy MA 02169-7471
Contact: 800 344-3555 (U.S. & Canada) or 617 770-3000 (International)
www.nfpa.org
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