Drowning Prevention Coalition Adult Water Safety Checklist

My Pool:
	Has a 4 foot or higher barrier (fence) with self-latching gates
	All doors with pool area access are secure with working alarms and locks installed
	The pool / spa/ hot tub drain conforms to the Pool and Spa Safety Act to meet anti-entrapment standards
	I have located the cut off switch to the pool / spa / hot tub and know how to disable the pump
	Life saving equipment is readily available around the pool Life Ring Reaching Pole Shepherd's Hook Pool Noodle

My Child:
	Can save themselves in a body of water without the use of a flotation device If the child cannot swim, the child is wearing a USCG-approved life jacket that fits and is worn properly
	Has received water safety swim lessons
	Knows water safety rules and understand them
	Knows to never enter the water without an adult supervising as a "Water Watcher"
	Understands the dangers of playing in dirty water and knows not to do so (lake, pond, canal, standing water)
	Knows basic rescue techniques Call for Help Reach, Throw, Don't GO

I:
	Can save myself in a body of water without the use of a flotation device
	Know to call 911 OR assign a specific person to do so in an emergency
	Know CPR
	Know basic rescue techniques in cluding "Reach, Throw, Don't GO"
	Know if a child is motionless in the water and I must go into the water, I will always take a flotation devide with me
	Have a confirmed "Water Watcher" at all times
	Have a phone within reach for emergencies
	Have trained all my children's caregivers to comply with all of the above

Adult Water Safety Checklist