Trevi 230 User manual

When selecting the site for your pool, take into account city by-
laws regarding fences and utilities laws pertaining to electrical
cables as well as the landscaping which you are planning once
the pool is installed.
1) Drive a stake into the ground at points A and B respecting the
distance of the straight section between those two points (A-B).
2) Draw two half circles respecting the radius (R).
3) Join the two half circles with straight lines respecting the width
between these two lines (D).
4) Verify that the total length is consistent. (E)
5) Add 15cm (6”) wide trenches on each side, respecting the length
(F).
6) Remove all grass from the area you have just outlined.
Dear Customer
Congratulations! You have purchased a pool of superior quality and durability. To achieve the best possible results,
follow the instructions carefully. Failure to follow the installation procedures may result in damage to your pool or
property and void your warranty. We recommend that you make a preliminary study of the instruction booklet to
familiarize yourself with the different parts of your pool. Make sure that you understand each step thoroughly before
you begin assembling.
We wish you a most pleasant and refreshing summer.
We strongly recommend having your pool installed by a professional.
WARNING: Be sure you have read and understand the “Safety Information” sheets
before you begin your pool installation.
WARNING: For your safety, your pool is not designed for diving and/or jumping head first.
Please do not dive. Diving may result in permanent injury or death.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
OVAL POOLS NBS
Trevi 228/230/248/250
SITE PREPARATION
1
AB
A-B
R
R
D
15cm (6”)
E
F
POOL WALL
AREA TO OUTLINE
Figure 1.1
Chart 1.1 - Grass removal area (Figure 1.1)
1.67m(5' 6")
1.67m(5' 6")
3.35m(11')
3.35m(11')
6.09m(20' 0")
7.01m(23' 0")
2.99m(9' 10")
3.91m(12' 10")
10'x19' 2.75m(9' 0")
10'x22' 3.65m(12' 0")
1.67m(5' 6")3.35m(11')5.18m(17' 0")2.08m(6' 10")
10'x16'1.82m(6' 0")
2.43m(8' )
2.89m(9' 6")
4.87m(16')
5.79m(19')
9.44m(31' 0")
10.36m (34' 0")
4.82m(15' 10")
4.82m(15' 10")
15'x30' 4.57m(15' 0")
18'x33' 4.57m(15' 0")
1.98m(6' 6")
2.43m(8' )
3.96m (13')
4.87m(16')7.62m(25' 0")
3.91m(12' 10")
2.99m(9' 10")
12'x24' 3.65m(12' 0")
15'x24' 2.75m(9' 0")
1.98m(6' 6")3.96m (13')5.79m(19' 0")2.08m(6' 10")
12'x18' 1.82m(6' 0")
7.62m(25' 0")
MODEL
DISTANCE (A-B) RADIUS (R) WIDTH (D) TOTAL LENGHT (E) CORRIDOR (F)
1.98m(6' 6")3.96m (13')6.70m(22' 0")2.99m(9' 10")
12'x21' 2.75m(9' 0")
40305_ V5_2021-06-19
NBS

SITE LEVELLING
2
SITE LEVELLING
For an oval pool, the bottom must absolutely be levelled, using a
carpenter's level and a straight plank. Eliminate any protrusions.
Ensure that the surface is free of debris such as rocks, wood, etc.
TRENCHES FOR BUTTRESS ASSEMBLIES
1) Dig trenches to a depth equal to the thickness of the patio blocks
(2” thick slabs recommended) and the thickness of the buttress
assembly beam 8cm (3 1/4”).
(Refer to illustrations for trench layout details).
2) Make sure trenches are smooth and leveled without compacting
them.
3) Place and level patio blocks into trenches. Make sure that the
top of the slab is 8cm (3 1/4”) deep. Top of framework must be
level with pool area.
Chart: Sand quantity
3.05 mx 6.70m(10’ x 22’)2 Tons 1Ton
3.05 mx 5.79 m(10’ x 19’)2 Tons 1Ton
3.05 mx 4.87 m(10’ x 16’)2 Tons 1Ton
3.65 mx 6.40m(12’ x 21’)2 Tons 1Ton
2 Tons
3.65 mx 5.48 m(12’ x 18’)2 Tons 1Ton
10" 10" 10"
(25cm) (25cm) (25cm) (25cm)
118" (299 cm)
48" (121cm) (12x21)
10"
3-1/4" (8cm)
DEEP
31" (79cm)
6"
(15cm)
R
10x19, 15x24, 12x21
26"
(66cm)
26"
(66cm)
26"
(66cm)
(43cm)
17"
48" (122cm)
48" (122cm)
36" (92cm) (10x19)
96" (243cm) (15x24)
10" 10" 10"
(25cm) (25cm) (25cm)
82" (208 cm)
60" (152cm) (12x18)
6"
R
10x16, 12x18
26"
(66cm)
26"
(66cm)
48" (122cm)
48" (122cm)
3-1/4" (8cm)
DEEP
31" (79cm)
(43cm)
17"
(15cm)
36" (92cm) (10x16)
10" 10" 10"
(25cm) (25cm) (25cm) (25cm) (25cm)
154" (391 cm)
60" (152cm) (12-24)
10" 10"
3-1/4" (8cm)
DEEP
26"
31" (79cm)
6"
(66cm)
R
10x22, 12x24
26"
(66cm)
26"
(66cm)
26"
(66cm)
(43cm)
17"
48" (122cm)
48" (122cm)
(15cm)
36" (92cm) (10x22)
10" 10" 10"
(25cm) (25cm) (25cm) (25cm) (25cm)
190" (482 cm)
96" (243cm)
10" 10"
3-1/4" (8cm)
DEEP
26"
31" (79cm)
6"
(66cm)
R
15x30
26"
(66cm)
26"
(66cm)
26"
(66cm)
(43cm)
17"
48" (122cm)
48" (122cm)
(15cm)
(25cm)
10" 26"
(66cm)
10" 10" 10"
(25cm) (25cm) (25cm) (25cm) (25cm)
190" (482 cm)
132" (335cm)
10" 10"
3-1/4" (8cm)
DEEP
26"
31" (79cm)
6"
(66cm)
R
18x33
26"
(66cm)
26"
(66cm)
26"
(66cm)
(43cm)
17"
48" (122cm)
48" (122cm)
(15cm)
(25cm)
10" 26"
(66cm)

Dig a hole 30 cm (12") wide by approximately 25 cm (10") deep in
the center of the circumference.
From the center hole to the projected location of the pool motor, dig
a 15 cm (6") wide trench. Place the removed soil aside to be used
later to cover the hose.
Bottom Drain Assembly
Place teflon tape around the threaded plug. Screw in drain holes
using large pliers. Glue the connector in the appropriate opening.
Take one of the two rubber rings and adjust it to the top of the drain,
aligning the holes carefully. Secure with strips of adhesive tape to
prevent sand from penetrating inside the holes once the drain has
been installed.
Secure one end of the long black or white hose inside the drain
spout. First apply glue on the drain spout and inside the drain end,
then secure with one or two collars.
Cut the hose so that it ends with the stone dust (or sand). Measure
the pool radius from the center of the drain, then add 15 cm (6").
Place the assembled bottom drain in the hole so that it is approxi-
mately 1.3cm (1/2") higher than the surface soil. Bury the hose,
levelling the drain as much as possible. Compact the soil, using
your feet and a tampering tool as well.
Mix three (3) shovels of stone or sand dust with one half shovel of
pure cement, adding a small quantity of water, then pour the cement
around the drain until it reaches 1.3 cm (1/2") from the top.
BOTTOM DRAIN ASSEMBLY (if applicable)
3
1) Refer to Illustration 4.1. To assemble, join splice brackets (R)
to the foot beam (Q) using the bolt 1/2 "X 3" X #13 (12.7 mm x
76.2 mm) (U), nuts (UU ) and washers (V). Remember to insert a
spacer (T) inside the foot beams aligned to each bolt.
STRAIGHT SECTION BUTTRESS ASSEMBLY
4
SPLICE BRACKET
WASHER 1/2”
NUT 1/2”
FOOT BEAM
SPOOL SLEEVE
BOLT 1/2” X 3”
Illustration 4.1

2) Refer to Illustration 4.2. Assemble the buttress post using
bolts 1/2" X 3" X #13 (12,7 mm X 76,2 mm) (U), nuts (UU) and
washers (V). Remember to insert a spacer (T) and two washers
(V) inside the butress post aligned to each bolt.
3) Refer to Illustration 4.3. Cover the bolt heads with bolt cap
covers (W) and insert the styrofoam block (X) at both ends of foot
beam.
STRAIGHT SECTION BUTTRESS ASSEMBLY (continued)
4
1/2” BOLT CAP COVER
STYROFOAM CAP
FOOT BEAM
BUTTRESS POST
SPACER
BOLT 1/2” X 3”
NUT 1/2”
R 1/2”
Illustration 4.3
Illustration 4.2
1) Position the buttress posts assembled in Step 4 on the patio
blocks in the trenches previously dug.
2) Refer to Illustration 5.1 : Once the buttress posts are placed in
the trenches, assemble the straight section bottom tracks between the but-
tress posts by fixing them on the bottom track jonction and fix them to the
foot beams using standard screws #14.
3) Refer to Illustration 5.2 : Fix the pressure plates between the
foot beams with four (4) standard screw ‘’Z’’.
BOTTOM TRACKS (straight section) AND PRESSURE PLATES
5
Illustration 5.1
BOTTOM TRACK
STRAIGHT SECTION
STANDARDSCREW #14
BOTTOM TRACK JONCTION
SCREW
METAL TRACK
RESINE
TRACK
STANDARD
SCREW #14
PRESSURE PLATE
Illustration 5.2

Start with round section, refer to illustration 7.1 :
Place the short end of the bottom track on the last buttress post
from the straight section and secure it with a standard screw # 14
(metal track only). Place the first bottom plate of the round section,
at the other end of the bottom track.
Round section, refer to Illustration 7.2 :
Using the round section bottom tracks and the bottom plates, start
with the first plate of the round section. Repeat this procedure until
the half circle is completed.
Refer to Illustration 7.3. :
Before going to the next step, make sure that the centre of the pool
is properly squared and the metallic tension straps are straight with
no buckles.
SHORT END
BOTTOM TRACK
STRAIGHT SECTION
1STBOTTOM TRACK
ROUNDSECTION
1ST BOTTOM PLATE
ROUNDSECTION
LONG END
228-248
228-248
230-250
230-250
SCREW
1) Study illustrations and chart carefully. You are now ready to as-
semble the metallic tension straps. Refer to indications on the chart
for the exact number of tension straps per row according to their
respective pool size.
2) Refer to Illustration 6.1: If there is more than one metallic
strap per row, assemble the straps together using 4 bolts and nuts
(BB) 1/4" #20 X 5/8" (6,35 mm X 15,88 mm), taking care of plac-
ing the bolt head on top.
3) Attach the assembled tension straps to the foot beams on both
sides, using four (4) standard screws ‘’Z’’.
TENSION STRAPS ASSEMLBY
6
ROUND SECTION BOTTOM TRACKS ASSEMBLY
7
POOL SIZE 10x16 10x19 10x22 15x30 18x33
345 6 6
ROWSTOASSEMBLE
TENSION STRAPSQUANTITY (TOTAL)
STRAPSPERROW222 2 2
3 4 5 12 18
12x18 12x21 15x24
344
222
688
12x24
5
2
10
Chart
BUTTRESS ASSEMBLY
BOLT 1/4” X 5/8”
NUT 1/4”x 5/8’’
TENSION
STRAPS
Illustration 6.1
Illustration 7.3
Donot use impact guntoscrew thetensionstraps.
Minimum torqueforceof 60inch
poundstomaximum of 85 inch pounds.
Illustration 7.1
Resin track 228-248
Metal track 230-250
Illustration 7.2

WALL INSTALLATION
8
Add sand.
Choose the filter location beside a round section (never in a straight
section). The starting point should be at that location where the
skimmer and return holes are, and as close as possible to the fil-
tration system. When installing the steel wall, it is important to
do so in a location protected from the wind or on a day without
any wind.
Before uncoiling the wall, make sure the pre-punched holes for the
skimmer and pump return are at the top and facing the planned lo-
cation of your filter.
D
ST
SAND
PLANKS
TA
AKESAND
STRINGS
End
BOTTOM PLATE
Begin inserting the wall into the bottom tracks in the middle of a
bottom plate. At first, the wall is kept in place with one or two stakes
and strings (or extra persons). One person uncoils the wall on a
beam or a plank, while a second person inserts it in the bottom
tracks. Do not uncoil more than 3 m (10') of wall before you install
a support bar or stake and string to reinforce the structure.
Once the wall is completely uncoiled, you may find that it is too
long or that both ends do not meet by a few centimetres. If such is
the case, adjust tracks and bottom plates until wall holes line up. If
this does not work, roll up the wall again, check measurements as
per Illustrition 1.1, adjust tracks and plates, if applicable, and uncoil
the wall again. If the spread is too wide, measure the wall and check
it against the chart below.
Join both ends of the wall by orienting folds outward to hide the ex-
clamation icon. (Illustration 8.1)
Note: If the wall is attached properly, you should no longer see
the exclamation icon. If you can always see the icon, you must
reverse the overlap.
Insert bolts and nuts in every hole and tighten with wrench (screw
head on water side of wall). Tape over screw heads with duck tape.
Chart
Illustration 8.1
Donot use impact gunfor wall
screws.
Minimum torqueforceof 60inch
poundstomaximum of 85 inch pounds.
Outsideof pool
Insideof pool
Fold
Fold
BOLT End
Start
NUT
Insideof pool
Outsideof pool
!
IMPORTANT! Installing the wall joint in non-compliance with the specifications dictated by the manufacturer will void the warranty.
A
faulty installation will cause the wall/joint to split which could result in serious and/or fatal injuries!
MODELS10x16 18x33
ACTUAL LENGHT
OF THE WALL
10x19 10x22 12x18 12x24 15x24 15x30
43' 8" 49' 8" 55' 9" 49' 81/2" 61' 93/8" 77' 21/2" 86' 71/2"
(13,30m)(15,14m)(17,00m)(15,16m)(18,83m)(19,88m)(23,53m)(26,40m)
65' 21/2"
12x21
55' 93/8"
(17,00m)

You can now spread approximately 10 cm (4") of compacting sand
all around the inside base of the wall in order to protect the liner
from the cutting edges of the bottom tracks and the stone dust (if
applicable), or install a prefabricated cove if available.
SAND BASE FINISHING
Level finishing sand one last time. Make sure that any sharp stones,
debris or roots have been removed from the surface. For better pro-
tection, spray sand with water and pack it once more until the base
is nicely even.
SAND BASE FINISHING
9
Before pulling the liner up against the wall, insert a vacuum cleaner
hose down into the pump return hole to approximately 15 cm (6")
from the ground.
Maintain the hose in place with adhesive tape. Don't forget to block
the skimmer hole with adhesive tape to prevent air from leaking in.
Place the unfolded liner in the center of the pool area at right angles
with the skimmer hole. Make sure you wear light, flat-soled shoes
to walk on the sand as the slightest heel mark could be visible once
the pool is filled.
Carefully unfold the liner, bringing the bottom-sidewall seam close
to the wall base. Make sure that the side with the protruding seams
faces downward or that the patterned side faces upward.
Lift up a section of the liner over the top of the wall leaving a 10 cm
to 15 cm (4" to 6") fringe outside the wall. Secure the liner with a
plastic coupler (sold separately). Install the top track on the wall
then install the top plates on top of each upright.
At this point, the liner may be too tight, making it difficult to drape
the overlap or, on the contrary, too loose. In such cases, you will
have to redistribute the tension in the liner by removing some of the
couplers and readjusting the liner.
VINYL LINER INSTALLATION
10
LINER
WALL
30 cm (12")
10 cm (4")
SAND COVE
(or PREFAB COVE) BOTTOM
TRACK
PUMP RETURN HOLE
VACUUM CLEANER
INNER WALL
GROUND LEVEL
15 cm (6")
OVERLAP
LINER
RESIN TOP
TRACK
WALL
PLASTIC
COUPLER
(SOLDSEPARATELY)
STEEL
TOP TRACK
PLASTIC
COUPLER
(SOLDSEPARATELY)
228/248 230/250

VINYL LINER INSTALLATION (continued)
10
Installation detail of a bead liner with top track.
Hang the liner on the top of the wall and install the top track to se-
cure.
Start the vacuum cleaner to allow the liner to adhere to the wall and
check for excess tension at the bottom or for wrinkles. Adjust the
liner by removing wrinkles if needed, lift or lower it in order to ensure
a perfect fit.
Fill the pool with water up to the base of the wall before stopping
and removing the vacuum cleaner.
PUMP RETURN FITTING
After you remove the vacuum cleaner, you may install the return fit-
ting. Place the return fitting ring against the liner and adjust it so
that it is perfectly aligned with the hole in the wall. When the ring is
properly positioned and secured, cut the liner in the middle of the
ring.
Insert the return fitting from the inside, placing the first gasket be-
tween the return fitting and the liner and the second between the
wall and the liner. Then tighten the outside ring with large pliers, tak-
ing care not to crease the liner.
BOTTOM DRAIN (optional)
Find the holes through the middle of the liner and screw the ring
and gasket in against the liner before cutting the liner in the middle
of the ring, then screw on the drain cover.
UPRIGHT POST TOP PLATE (round section)
11
U-BEAD
LINER
RESIN TOP
TRACK
WALL
STEEL
TOP TRACK
Slide the top plate on the upper side of the upright, and secure with
one (1) screw “Z”.
SCREW ‘’Z‘’
228/248 230/250

UPRIGHT POST INSTALLATION
12
TOP SEAT INSTALLATION
13
Attach the uprights to the bottom plate with two (2) screws “Z”,
which you will find in the hardware bag.
Uprights must be installed outside the flanged part of the bottom
plate and into the two notchs of the bottom track.
Be sure to have a vertical (plumb) upright before fixing the top seat.
Place the top seat on the upper side of the upright.
Center the top seat between the two uprights and secure with four
(4) screws “Z”.
SCREW ‘’Z‘’
‘’Z’’SCREW
BOTTOM
PLATE

SEAT CAP INSTALLATION
14
SECURITY LABELS INSTALLATION
15
Install the four (4) safety labels (DANGER) supplied with your pool
as follows: two (2) labels visible at the entrance to the pool and two
(2) visible at the main access of the backyard.
Important: if you require additional labels, please contact us at
Trevipools.com
Install a minimum of three (3) safety labels (supplied with the liner)
inside the pool so that at least one label is visible no matter where
the bather enters the water (see drawing for positionning)
LABEL
Put the seat cap on the inside section of the seat and interlock with
the upright. Secure the seat cap with one (1) screw “Z”.
Snap the cap logo on top of the upright and secure the bottom with
one (1) screw ‘’Z’’.

FILTRATION SYSTEM ASSEMBLY
16
PARTS LIST
17
* SEE DRAWING PARTS NEXT PAGE
Assemble skimmer, inlet, drain, filter, pumps, hoses according to separate
manufacturer’s instructions.
Note: See 'Safety Information" Manual.
POOL WALL (finished lenght, inch)
BOLT & NUT FOR 52" (OR 54")WALL
POOL LINER
PLASTICCOUPLER(SOLDSEPARATELY)
TOP SEAT - ROUNDSECTION
TOP SEAT - STRAIGHT SECTION
BOTTOM PLATE
UPRIGHT 52'' orUPRIGHT 54''
TOP PLATE - ROUNDSECTION
SEAT CAP
TOP TRACK - ROUNDSECTION
TOP TRACK - STRAIGHT SECTION
BUTTRESS ASSEMBLY
BUTTRESS POST
TOP PLATE -
STRAIGHT SECTIONS
FOOT BEAM
SPLICE BRACKET
PRESSURE PLATE
SPOOL SLEEVE
BOLT 1/2" X 3" X #13 (12,7 mm X 76,2 mm)
NUT 1/2" (12,7 mm)
WASHER1/2" (12,7 mm)
BOLT CAPCOVER
FOOT BEAM STYROFOAM CAP
TENSION STRAP
1/4" #20 X 5/8" (6,35 mm X 15,88 mm)SCREW & FLANGE NUT
STANDARD SCREW (SCREW #14 ,1" LENGHT)
ITEMDESCRIPTION
AA
BB
CC
DD
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
J
K
L
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
UU
V
W
X
Y
BB
Z
SEAT CAPEXTENSION - STRAIGHT SECTION
N
TRACK TIE PLATE
M
SOLARCAP
H
BOTTOM TRACK - ROUNDSECTION
BOTTOM TRACK -
STRAIGHT SECTION
NOTE: Please confirm quantities with checklist included in each box.

PARTS LIST
18
BB Z
T
U
UU V
ROUND SECTION STRAIGHT SECTION
Z
Z
C
D
H
J
AA
BB
DD
A
FZ
E
G
Z
CC
K
L
F
Z
P
BB
N
Z
O
TZ
W
UV
R
Q
X
UU
Z
S
M
BB
V
Y

SAFETY AND FUN GO
TOGETHER!
SAFETY INFORMATION
Read this before installing your above-ground pool.
12 775, Brault Street, Mirabel, Quebec, Canada J7J 0C4
Phone: 1 800 44-TREVI (1 800 448-7384)
Fax: [phone]

The pool is subject to wear and deterioration if not maintained prop-
erly. Certain types of excessive or accelerated deterioration can lead
to failure of the pool’s structure, which may release large quantities
of water that could cause bodily harm, death and property damages.
In order to ensure proper water drainage around the pool, a 2-degree
slope needs to be erected around the perimeter of the pool. THE
MANUFACTURER WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY LI-
ABILITY SHOULD THIS STEP BE OMITTED.
Before installing your pool, you should check local regulations such
as building codes, zoning requirements and electrical codes to de-
termine whether a building permit or electricity permit is required to
install your pool. Local regulations may ask you to make sure your
backyard meets set-back requirements, install gates, barriers or
other safety devices, or meet other conditions.
WARNING: All pool components, such as the filtration system,
pump and heater and other objects, should be positioned so that
people cannot use them to gain access to the pool or the deck.
Positioning such objects too close to the pool may allow people
access to the pool while unattended and may cause them serious
injury or death.
We strongly recommend having your pool installed by a professional.
We are not responsible for faulty installation of the pool, we are not
affiliated with any pool installer and assume no responsibility or lia-
bility for the purchaser’s or a professional installer’s errors in in-
stalling your pool. NO DIVING, NO JUMPING and PREVENT
DROWNING stickers are provided with your pool. These stickers
must be affixed to the interior of the pool above the water line, or
any place where the pool users can see them clearly before entering
the pool. If you need more stickers or if some are missing, you can
order these at [email protected] or by calling 1 800 44TREVI
Although we do not manufacture pool ladders, every pool must have
an ANSI APPROVED pool ladder for proper entering and exiting of
the pool. The proper use of the pool ladder by pool users is an inte-
gral part of general pool safety (Please refer to your pool ladder
safety instructions).
For your protection and for the safety of others, we
recommend that lifesaving equipment be on hand near
the pool at all times.
We recommend that you purchase one of the following:
A light, strong and rigid pole, frequently referred to as a Shepard’s
Crook, at least twelve feet long or a throwing rope at least ¼ inch in
diameter and as long as 1.5 times the maximum width or diameter
of your pool. The rope should be firmly attached to a coast guard-
approved buoy with an outside diameter of approximately 15 inches.
Although we do not manufacture ladders, the proper
use of the ladder by pool users is an integral part of
general pool safety.
NSPI standards require all pools to have an approved
ladder attached for proper access to and from the pool.
The purchaser should follow the pool ladder manufac-
turer’s installation instructions.
Please follow these rules regarding the use of the ladder:
• Only one person on the ladder at a time.
• The user should face the ladder whether going in or out
of the pool.
• NO DIVING or JUMPING from the ladder steps or
the ladder’s platform.
• Check all nuts and bolts regularly to make sure the ladder is safe.
• Inform others of the rules pertaining to the use of ladder and steps.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
LADDER SAFETY

USAGE SAFETY INFORMATION
1 • Share safety instructions with family, friends, pool watchers or
neighbors.
2 •The installer of the vinyl liner shall affix on the original or re-
placement liner, or on the pool structure, all safety signs in accor-
dance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The safety labels shall
be placed above the water line.
3 • Never dive, jump or slide into an above ground swimming
pool. Diving, jumping or sliding may result in permanent injury or
death. Use a pool ladder or step to enter the pool smoothly, feet
first. The owner must follow the ladder manufacturer’s instruction
and safety warning.
4 • Never swim alone.
5 • Don’t enter the pool if you have been using alcohol or drugs,
because your reaction time may be too slow.
6 • Adult supervision is always necessary. Never take your eyes
off children or swimmers in the water or near the pool, not even
for a minute. Designate an adult “pool watcher”. Make sure that
you or your pool watcher are able to intervene in less then 10
seconds to save a life or avoid injury.
7 • If a child is missing; always look in the pool first.
8 • Be proactive to prevent death or disability.
9 •The pool owner or “pool watcher” should learn CPR (Car-
dioPulmonary Resuscitation) and should teach children and other
people how to swim.
10 • Winter or solar covers are not intended to act as safety bar-
riers. The cover must be completely removed when the pool is in
use. A person may become trapped under a pool cover, which
may result in severe bodily injuries, including death.
11 •Keep rescue equipment such as life rings and reaching
poles etc, by the pool. Please consult you municipality to get a
rescue equipment list.
12 • An emergency phone number such as: nearest available
police, fire, ambulance and/or rescue unit, must be visible from
pool area. A functioning and/or cellular phone must be reachable
within 10 seconds.
13 • Avoid entrapments. Suction from a pool drain or skimmer
can trap an adult or children underwater:
• Hair can get caught in faulty drain cover.
• Arms, legs and fingers can become lodged in a suction open-
ing.
• Any body part that can cover a drain can cause injuries.
• Jewelry or bathing suits can become entangled in a faulty drain
cove.
A pool with broken, loose, missing or non compliant drain cover
should be considered as dangerous and should not be used.
14 •Lighting, when installed, shall be in concordance with the
National Electrical Code.
15 • During nighttime pool use, artificial lighting must be used to
illuminate pool, all safety signs, ladders, steps, deck surface and
walkways.
16 • All electrical appliances must be kept away from the pool,
and not be reachable by pool users.
17 • The pool deck should be kept clean and clear of objects to
avoid tripping or slipping. The deck should have a non-slip sur-
face.
18 • Do not sit, dive, climb or stand on the top rails of the pool.
19 • It is important that all users be able to see the bottom of the
pool. Foggy water must be cleared up before entering the pool.
20 • Steps and pool ladders should be secured and locked or re-
moved when the pool is not in use. Swimming pool barriers or
fences with self-latching and self-closing gates which prohibit
children or other people from gaining access to the pool must be
installed around the pool to avoid injury or death. The latch should
be out of reach of children. Consult your municipality for more
details and specifications.
Amended 09/05/2021