Summer is here, finally! The soaring temperatures and longer days mean it’s the perfect time of year to enjoy your Master Spas swim spa. We know you’re ready to invite your family and friends for a nice dip, but first it’s important to understand some key safety guidelines to keep everyone in and around your swim spa safe all summer long!
Here are some easy and essential safe practices to help you use your swim spa with peace of mind.
Covers & Gates are a Must
Sadly, drowning is a leading cause of death for young children. While children should never be left unattended near water, there are also safety measures you can take to prevent accidents. You can purchase a swim spa cover to prevent access to the water when not in use.
Additionally, you should consider fencing the area around your swim spa. (You’ll also want to check local regulations as some communities may have laws as to what is required).
Higher tech safety options also exist for even greater peace of mind. For example, you could install cameras that give you 24/7 access to view your swim spa from your phone or laptop. An alarm could be installed on any gate(s) or exterior doors leading to the swim spa so you’re alerted if someone is in the area that shouldn’t be.
These measures can also protect your pets or neighborhood wildlife!
A Simple Temperature Check
Your Master Spas swim spa likely has a function that allows you to heat the water. This is a great feature for year-round enjoyment. However, you should always be sure to check the water temperature before getting in. The easiest way to do this is a floating thermometer, but you can also simply keep one spa in your supplies. Additionally, remember that young children should not be exposed to hot tub level temperatures like adults.
Regular Water Quality Checks
A combination of chemicals is what keeps the water in your swim spa looking crystal clear. However, there’s always a chance for those chemicals to get off balance, whether that be too concentrated or too weak. By performing routine water checks, you can ensure that everyone who enters the swim spa is doing so with safe water.
Most pool supply stores sell easy-to-use at-home strips, or many will provide complimentary water testing. Additionally, be sure that any chemicals you own are safely stored so that they cannot be accessed by children or animals.
Maintain Drains and Filters
While it’s important to check the water, it’s also important to maintain the spa itself for optimum safety. For example, drain issues can cause increased suction that might pose a risk for small hands or feet. Or a swim spa that is not filtering properly may have low water quality, so keeping all parts in clean and working condition is vital.
No Jumping & Diving
While a Master Spas swim spa offers a lot of similar benefits as a traditional swimming pool, a swim spa is not meant for things like jumping or diving in. Because of the shallow nature and smaller size, injuries are far more likely to happen when a head or body part smashes into a part of the spa.
Adults and children alike should be advised of the risks and that jumping is a big no-no. Under no circumstances should a diving board, slide, or any other apparatus be installed.
Consider CPR Certification
If you want to take your safety arsenal to the next level, you can consider obtaining a CPR certification so that anyone who uses your swim spa has someone around who knows what to do in an emergency situation. These certifications typically take a day or two and are good for a two-year period.
Smart Practices for a Fun and Enjoyable Experience
A Master Spa swim spa is an amazing investment that will bring joy to your family for many years. But with this investment comes a level of responsibility to keep its users safe. That’s why we recommend reviewing and implementing the above tips so that your family, friends, and pets can have a great time without the risk of injury or worse! If you have questions about your swim spa or hot tub, don’t hesitate to reach out to our Rochester Hills hot tub and swim spa store.
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