Stay summer safe by the pool

As summer arrives, many guests seek properties with refreshing pools to unwind. To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, we’ve collaborated with Kidsafe Australia to provide essential tips and precautions for pool safety.
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To ensure pools are a safe environment, especially for families with young children, staying informed about pool safety is essential.
Understanding the risks and taking proper precautions can help ensure a fun and safe swimming experience for you and your loved ones, no matter where you are.
As summer heats up, Kidsafe Australia has shared essential tips to help the Airbnb community prioritise pool safety.

Kidsafe’s top tips for pool safety

Kidsafe’s top tips for pool safety

1

All gates and doors that lead into the pool area should be self-closing and self-latching

2

The pool gate should not be propped open for convenience as this would allow children unsupervised access

3

Make sure any safety barriers are free of gaps, holes, or spaces where a child might get through

4

Ensure the area surrounding your pool barrier is free of climbable objects (e.g. barbeque pits, tree stumps, chairs etc.)

5

Together with a compliant pool barrier that is regularly checked and maintained, it’s also helpful to ensure that there is active adult supervision of children in and around water.

6

Water awareness, CPR, first aid knowledge and/or local emergency numbers are helpful in keeping guests safe.

ABOUT OUR COLLABORATION

Kidsafe Australia

We’re proud to team up with Kidsafe Australia, a leading authority on child safety and injury prevention since 1979, to make pool safety a priority for our guests. With Kidsafe’s decades of expertise and dedication to creating safe environments for children, we’re able to provide valuable resources and expert advice to help families enjoy safe swimming experiences. Together, we’re committed to equipping our hosts with the tools and knowledge they need to ensure their pools are both fun and secure.