While we want to make sure all Members and their guests have fun in and around the water , our top priority is safety . Please take note of LLA ’ s community rules and follow them to help keep everyone safe . The rules are available at each pool , in the Member Portal , and highlighted on pages 36-38 .
• Make sure you , your family , and your guests know how to swim properly . If not , there are plenty of swimming classes in the surrounding area for people of all ages .
• Always supervise children while they ’ re around water , no matter how well they can swim . Accidents can happen in the blink of an eye .
• Take note where the reach pole , emergency phone , and life preservers are located in the pool and lake areas .
• Most importantly , consider learning CPR if you haven ’ t already . This simple lifesaving technique could save a life should an accident occur .
Rules promote safety , but safety is largely up to you , especially when swimming in the lake . It is vital to take precautions and be prepared for emergencies . There is not an available service through the HOA to respond to a rescue situation at the lakes . Therefore , emergency personnel will be called and dispatched to the scene . For more water safety tips , pleases read the water safety educational articles found on poolsafely . gov , safekids . org and redcross . org .
Please be advised , all recreational activity on the lake is AT YOUR OWN RISK , and the LLA cautions members using the lake during the colder months , especially for recreation purposes on what appears to be frozen water ( i . e ., skating , walking , etc .). Should you decide to venture to the lake areas during the winter months , please be aware of your surroundings , and make someone aware of where you are headed . After a heavy snow , it is difficult to see where a lake meets its ’ embankment and changing weather conditions can affect ice thickness and strength . As always , please call 911 immediately in case of an emergency or to report unsafe activity .
Tot Lots
According to the National Safety Council , 80 % of playground-related injuries are caused by falls . Supervising children and teaching children about playground safety are two key factors to help prevent tot lot related injuries . By supervising kids , adults can make sure the equipment is used correctly and give first aid , if needed , immediately . Teaching kids to be safe and act responsibly can impact
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