Swimming pool instructions for guests (template)

About the pool

• The pool is [Heated / not heated] and open [Months or season].
• Depth: [Shallow end depth] at the shallow end and [Deep end depth] at the deep end.
• Pool lights: [Light switch location]. Heater: [Heater controls, or "please leave as set"].

Getting in and out

• The pool gate is [Gate location]. It closes and latches on its own. Please don't prop it open.
• Cover: [How to open and close the pool cover, or "there's no cover"].
• Please leave the cover closed and the gate latched when nobody is swimming.

Safety

• There's no lifeguard. Children must be watched by an adult at all times, within arm's reach for young children and weak swimmers.
• Please don't dive. [Pool depth note, e.g. the pool isn't deep enough for diving anywhere].
• Please don't swim after drinking alcohol, and never swim alone.
• No glass in the pool area. Plastic cups are in [Location].
• Stay away from the drains and suction outlets, and keep long hair tied up.
• Please get out of the water if you hear thunder or see lightning.
• Pool chemicals are locked in [Location]. Please don't touch them.

Safety gear

• Life ring and pole: [Location].
• Life jackets for children: [Sizes and location].
• First aid kit: [Location].

If something goes wrong

• If someone is in trouble, get them out, call [Local emergency number] and give this address: [Address].
• Water looks cloudy, green or smells strongly: please stay out and text [Host name] at [Host phone].
• Pump noise or a leak: text us. You don't need to touch the equipment.