Items The Pool: Is the water clean and clear?

Are skimmer gutters and gratings clean and free from algae, slime and scum marks? Are the results of the water analysis such as level of disinfectant, pH level, total alkalinity level, stabilizer concentration, and pool water temperature readily available and kept as a permanent record? Are filter traps clear and adequate guarded to prevent injury to user? Are ladders provided at the deep, middle and shallow ends of the pool? Is the depth of the pool prominently and clearly indicated with contrasting colour? Are the walls smooth without protrusions? Is there pictorial signage displayed for change in gradient? Are the learners and toddlers pool situated away from the deep end of other pools? Are there effective transparent barriers and signage at the pools deep end when it is situated near the toddler and learners pool? Is there a shower by the poolside with signage? Storage Are flammable materials stored and handled safely? Are free standing shelves/cupboards secured to ensure stability Are storage areas labeled appropriately Are waste containers readily available and labeled appropriately? Hazardous Substances Are chlorine and acids, including empty containers stored at separate locations? Is there an up to date register/stock control sheet to detail storage, handling requirements? Are current (within 5 years) material safety data sheets/SHOC cards readily available for hazardous substances? Are appropriate washing/dousing facilities available in the event of an accident with chemicals? Are no smoking signs displayed where chemicals are stored or prepared? Is personal protective equipment available for the pool attendants? (All persons, while handling pool chemicals, should wear appropriate clean protective clothing, eye protection and respirators to prevent chemicals coming into contact with their skin, eyes or clothing and to avoid breathing any chemical)

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Items The Pool: Is the water clean and clear? Are skimmer gutters and gratings clean and free from algae, slime and scum marks? Pool Environment Is the area clean and tidy Are floor surfaces non-slip, unbroken and maintained in a safe condition. Are resting ledges in the pool well maintained? Warning signs available and strategically placed Availability of Flags (White or red) Are emergency no displayed at strategic position in the pool area? Is there any conspicuously displayed signpost stating all the Dos and Donts in the pool. Are there fire extinguishers displayed at designated points? Is there signage indicating pool opening and closing? Toilets Are there Toilets, hand-wash basin, hand dryers, changing rooms and showers available for male and female? Are toilet facilities clean and in good condition? Availability of water, deodorant, hard soap, tissue paper and waste bin. Are all sinks, drains and toilet operating in a satisfactory manner? Do the shower and changing room have slip resistant floor? Changing Rooms Are private and secure lockers available? Are the floors non-slip? Are the rooms clean and in good condition? Are the changing room supplied with hot and cold water? Access control Adequate and fenced Is there a dedicated access control person in the pool? Is the Access control register available and well managed? Is there logbook for trainees? Personnel Pool attendants Pool attendants able to swim?.

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Items The Pool: Is the water clean and clear? Are skimmer gutters and gratings clean and free from algae, slime and scum marks? Pool attendants certified medically? Life savers/Trainers Availability of a minimum of 2 lifesavers? Does the lifesavers have current certification on the job? (life guide society certificate)? Lifesavers medically certified? Are there records of lifesavers annual competence assurance test available? Trainers/ Training and Testing Is there clear identification of Trainers? Is there any documented safety briefing used for training and testing? Does the pool management have medical record of trainees? Is there evidence of first aid training for lifeguards and lifesavers? Does a lifesaver perform dual role at a time? Is their duty roster for the lifesavers to cover training, testing and recreational activities? Office Available and adequate Supervision of Activities Are staff appropriately trained and informed of their roles? Life savers/lifeguards Swimming instructors/Trainers Are there suitable means (whistle, bell etc) available to call for assistance? Is there a current emergency action plan? Is there a current risk assessment for the pool and associated activities? Fire Safety and Emergency Response Are safety rules, emergency information and evacuation routes prominently displayed? Is the emergency alarm audible from the pool? Is an approved first aid kit readily available and stocked appropriately? Is a resuscitation chart clearly visible Availability of a Muster Point Is there availability of mandatory rescue equipment (First aid kit, two pillows, pocket masks, disposable gloves and stretcher)? Is there availability of rescue equipments (Rescue poles,

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Items The Pool: Is the water clean and clear? Are skimmer gutters and gratings clean and free from algae, slime and scum marks? lifejackets, life buoy rings and throwing ropes? Is the rescue equipment strategically located? Is there drill plan and records of drills? Are there records of alarm checks during drills? Are the rescue equipment in good condition? Are associated risk assessments suitable and sufficient? Manual handling First aid arrangements Electrical & other equipment (incl. lifesaving) Control of chemicals Lone working Security Comments

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