Policy A12 (d) Centennial Pool - Children 6 Years and Younger

Policy No. A-12(d)



CENTRAL COAST REGIONAL DISTRICT




Policy: Centennial Pool Policy - Children 6 Years and Under


1. Children 6 years and under must be accompanied be a responsible guardian,
• The lifeguards may determine who is an appropriate guardian.
• Children must be kept within arm's reach of the guardian.

2. A lifejacket is NOT a replacement for a responsible guardian.
3. Staff have the right and authority to ask anyone to leave the pool facility.


Implementation:

1. It is recommended that a guardian should not bring in more than two children 6 and under.
2. After first pull-out, a warning will be given to both the child and the caregiver.  After second pull-out, the caregiver and all children he/she is looking after will be asked to leave.
3. Children who cannot swim without a lifejacket will not be allowed in the deep end without an able guardian.

• The policy will be posted in a prominent location at the pool.
• The policy and means of implementation will be made clear to all staff.

Adopted: September 13, 2000