10 Top Backyard Safety Rules for Families

10 Best Backyard Safety Rules for Families.

Enjoy your patio and garden knowing your family's safe after you put these 10 essential rules in place.



1 No running or roughhousing in the hot tub, pool, or yard.

2 No glass outdoors for the kiddies.

3 The hot tub stays covered and locked when not in use.

4 Kids can be in the hot tub only with adult supervision.

5 No infants or toddlers in the hot tub.

6 The hot tub temperature stays below 104 degrees Fahrenheit.

7 No swimming without adult supervision.

8 Slide down pool slides feet first.

9 No diving! Home pools aren't deep enough.

10 No rolling toys are allowed near the pool.

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