Safety Rules

1. A long whistle blast may signal an emergency. Exit the pool immediately and look to the lifeguard for further instruction.
2. Do not converse with or distract the lifeguards while they are actively engaged in their duties.
3. Patrons under the influence of alcohol or other drugs that alter awareness are restricted from the building.
4. You may be asked by a lifeguard to show an ability to swim before using a pool or pool equipment.
5. Glass is prohibited in the Natatorium. Eyeglasses worn into the water should be worn with a safety strap.
6. Headfirst entries are restricted to areas with a minimum water depth of 7 feet.
7. Do not swim under the bulkhead or walk on its surfaces.
8. Do not hang on the life or lane lines.
9. Horseplay is not tolerated.  Running, pushing, dunking, water fighting, chicken fights, etc… are dangerous and are prohibited.
10. Hyperventilation or the holding of one’s breath underwater for an extended period of time can be extremely dangerous and therefore is prohibited.
11. U.S. Coast Guard approved personal floatation devices are permitted under the direct supervision of an adult 18 years of age or older.
12. Use of water toys is restricted to those furnished by the University.
13. Use of mask, snorkel and fins is restricted to commercial quality equipment. The mask must be well fitted and have tempered safety glass.
14. All training and fitness equipment is to be used in the manner for which it was designed.
15. Use of the starting platforms is restricted to organized competitive practice or competition.
16. Water slide use is restricted to one person at a time in a seated position.