Swimming is a  historical occupations. From the distant ancient times to recent history it is one of the most enjoyable and wholesome leisure activities.

In the past being able to swim was believed to be a necessity for a well trained person. Today, swimming pools are a significant leisure location in both warm and cold climates and swimming pool safety as well as the proper pool chemicals are the an important ingredient for a good time swimming.

Part of the allure of a swimming pool is its clear sparkling water.Cloudy or off color water is not inviting to dive into and may be unsafe. Cloudy water may be dangerous and is not inviting.  {Swimming pool chemicals, mainly chlorine, which comes in tablets, sticks and granules, can  make a big difference to the health of you and your pool.} The proper pool chemicals keep the ph balance correct, this helps minimise overall chemical use This needs to be tested daily and chemicals used every week to be most efficient.

Safety with Chemicals

Correct pool chemical levels are key to keep the healthiest and safest pool for both children and adults. Pool chemicals should be kept in a cool, dry place. After adding chemicals, don’t swim for at least an hour.

Don’t ever mix swimming pool chemicals with other swimming pool or other chemicals. fire or explosion can result.

If you don’t use your pool in the winter, there are steps you must take to close down your pool, but more important there are special pool chemicals to use when you are ready to swim again. The ph needs to be brought to around 8.0 then maintain it during the summer. The ph balance of a swimming pool must be correct to avoid germs.

Too much chlorine can be irritating to the skin and eyes and can cause cancer. The ph balance can be kept correct by the proper pool chemicals.

Safety

Although lakes, rivers and oceans are also great fun, good exercise, and don’t need chlorine granules most people around the world swim in swimming pools.

all the adults and children who are swimming should be aware of safety in swimming pools.

Swimming Pool Safety, particularly  with Children

A good fence encircling the pool that has a secure gate will protect small children from wandering in to see the shimmering water. For the best swimming pool safety make sure non swimmers can’t climb over the barrier.

Swimming pools were made to be used so a good barrier is just the first step. Adults need to know the young children around the pool.

When everyone is is by the pool the best safety tip is an adult watching the splashing children, preferably an adult who has had lessons in swimming pool safety, CPR and lifesaving. An adult should be within touching distance of any child who is under three year’s old or is a non swimmer. It is always good for anyone under three or non swimmers to wear some kind of flotation device.

When you can’t always be near swimmers or children in a pool imake sure you have a long pole or life preserver so it is easy to help someone too far away to touch. Even someone who doesn’t swim can do this.

Paddling Pools

Plastic pools for babies also need safety measures. They may not need swimming pool chlorine (tablets or granules) or other pool chemicals because of frequent changes of water.

Remember:Swimming pool safety is just as important even when the water is very shallow because even one inch can be dangerous for a toddler.

Be sure to drain the pool when there is no adult to check on the children.

Swimming pool safety and swimming pool chemicals need carefulness from every adult present by the pool who can swim.  If you take sensible precautions as outlined above,  your swimming party will be safe and fun..

Test Pool Chemicals Weekly

With a simple kit the water chemistry can be tested each week. For people who don’t have the time to care properly for their pool, professionals are available who will analyze the water, add the right swimming pool chemicals, clean and properly maintain it for summer or winter.

Summer Shocking

To eliminate any germs that may have grown over the winter when the water was not cleaned as often it is commonly good to “shock” your pool when summer comes, using 10 times the amount of chlorine. Don’t swim during the ‘shock’ period  Also, during this process the gasses on the top of the pool can make breathing hard so children and anyone not needed for the cleaning should stay away for at least two hours.

Safety Issues

Sun light and other chemicals in the water change the pool chemicals. When chlorine combines with sweat, dander or urine they form dangerous chemicals that can cause asthma in some people. Alternative pool cleaners such as electronic oxidation, salt chlorination and ozone are used by many people who have stopped using chlorine partly because of the hazardous gasses and partly for ecological reasons.

Chlorine Action

Once chlorine has reacted with the bacteria or pathogens in the pool it renders them innocuous and becomes inert in the process.   Because of this you need to add chlorine frequently, either by hand or through an automatic device.  For quicker cleaning and faster dissolving us stabilised pool chlorine granules.

When To Add Swimming Pool Chemicals

Before the sun begins evaporation the pool chemicals should be added in the evening so they have more time to work for the best outcome.

The chemistry of the water and the way it looks are part of the sanitation of a pool. A pool that is appealing for swimmers is a clean disinfected pool.

Follow instructions carefully, especially with swimming pool chemicals, this means a more economical pool but not a less safe one.

Good maintenance will prevent problems that are difficult to repair and usually costly.  It is simple to do and can save you the high-price of professional pool cleaners.

Saving on Chemicals?

You should not try to save in the area of pool chemicals. Remember:In the long run it will cost more if your pool is unhygienic. To bring your pool back to safe levels a lot of expensive chemicals and procedures will be needed.

Safety

Be careful if you administer the swimming pool chemical products .   The thinned form is safe but the concentrated form is toxic.

Don’t blend any other chemical product with anyswimming pool chemical products.  This could cause an explosion or fire.

Chlorine

Be sure to dissolve granular chlorine in water before adding it to your pool.   Also, add the chlorine to the water not the water to chlorine and maintain all these pool chemicals away from children.  Automatic release devices are less work and keep the correct balance by adding the chlorine. One to three parts per million continually is the level your chlorine should be.  During the warm weather you can take your pool water to a pool depot every week and have it tested for balance of the ph and alkaline.

Save money with cleaning

The cleaning of your pool is the best spot you can save money. Vacuum the sides and bottom and skim the leaves and debris on the top periodically. IF possible take some time to skim the pool each day. Brushes are very important for keeping tiles, cement and fixtures clean.   For cement as well as tiles PVC brushes are good even though they cost more because they last a lot longer.

Take Lessons

Classes are available to learn how to use a pool test kit to test ph balance, amount of chlorine, bromide, acid and alkalinity if that is convenient for you, or you can go online to learn correct pool cleaning.

Summary

Cleaning, vacuuming and skimming, filter changing and checking the ph alkaline balance methodically are the chief things you can do to save money in the maintenance of your pool.

Winter

When cold weather is coming, first drain the water from all water lines and replace with anti-freeze.  The water should be drained to beneath the level indicated for freezing.

Cover the pool. Use a heavy duty cover made especially for the pool to keep out debris and leaves and lessen algae growth.   Ten times the usual chlorine is a good shock treatment to do before closing down the pool.  Drain the filter and disconnect the pump. Before putting them away this is a good time to test and clean any ladders, ropes of diving boards.

Safety

For safety small children should not be able to wander in so be sure the pool is protected when no one is around.

Balance

The most important thing for a well maintained pool is swimming pool chemical balance.  Balance covers the correct amount of chemicals, correct ph and alkaline balance, appropriate water movement and also cleaning.

Spring

1. Clean off and dry the pool cover and store it away in the spring when it’s time to open the pool again.
2. Flush the anti-freeze out of the pipes
3. Examine the filters to make sure they are clean.
4. Scrub it with a brush and vacuum the pool after shocking it with swimming pool chlorine (tablets or granules) when the pool has been refilled.
5. It is good to filter and vacuum for a few days to remove any algae that has formed when the pool was not used.
6. To make sure the chlorine level is correct and the ph is between 7.0 and 7.6 test the water and add the chlorine at night to get the most effect.

Summary

It is vital to have good pool maintenance so you can enjoy pleasurable swimming.   Pool chemical levels are an essential part of this. Inflammation can be caused by both too much and too little chlorine.  Different kinds of weather demand different kinds of care, responding to these can help keep your pool in good condition with the minimum of hassle.