Home Pools - Introduction

Swimming pools and spa pools are part of the way of life for many New Zealanders. They provide wonderful opportunities for family and friends to gather together and have fun.

Unfortunately, pools are also dangerous places where many injuries and drownings occur each year. Drowning is the second major cause of accidental death for pre-school children. Home swimming pools and spa pools represent the greatest single danger. Currently four children (average past five years) under the age of five drown in these pools per annum.

However, by doing everything you can to make your pool as safe as possible and ensuring that the behaviour of those using it is appropriate, a wonderfully sparkly pool will remain a source of fun rather than becoming a watery grave.