Rules & Regs

RULES & REGULATIONS - 2007

I, PURPOSE:
A. This is your club and y our pool. Your behavior and language should not in any way spoil the pleasure of the other members.
B. For your safety and for the continued enjoyment of the pool by yourself and your fellow members, proper regard for these rules and their enforcement by the staff is necessary.

II. OPERATING RULES:
A. HEALTH AND SANITATION RULES
1. Persons with a skin disease, sore or inflamed eye, any communicable disease, or nasal discharges will not be admitted into the pool. Persons with excessive sunburn, open blisters, or cuts
are warned that these are likely to become infected and they should not use the pool.
2. Spitting, blowing the nose, and t he elimination of body waste into the pool are strictly prohibited.
3. Diapered children must be clothed in a manner that will eliminate contamination in to the wading pool, i.e. waterproof pants, swim diapers. Diapered children are never permitted in
the main pool.
4. A child under 5 years old requires adult supervision in the restrooms.
5. No food or beverages are allowed in the pool or on the apron.
6. No pets will be allowed within the Swim Club area.
7.Trash must be deposited in the receptacles.

B. SAFETY RULES
1. Glass objects are prohibited in the swim club enclosure.
2. Running and rough play, in or out of the water, are prohibited.
3. Children age 7 years or younger, or non-swimmers of any age, must be accompanied in the main pool by a responsible person age 16 or older unless swimming proficiency has been
documented by the lifeguard & the parent consent is on file.
4. Pool Accessories:
(a) No personal floatation devices, tubes, snorkels, flippers, floaties, or any potentially dangerous objects allowed in the pool.
(b) Sponge balls are permitted at the discretion of the manager and/or lifeguards if the pool is not crowded and play is calm.
5. The following Diving Rules will be observed:
(a)Only 1 person on diving board at a time.
(b) NO diving until previous diver has cleared the area
(c) Dive in a forward direction only, not from the side of the board.
6. Swimmers must clear the pool immediately when ordered by lifeguard.
7. Smoking is not permitted in the pool, apron, bathrooms or the pavilion. Please dispose of your butts in an appropriate container.
8. Strollers, playpens, chairs and other furniture are not permitted on the pool apron, with the exception of the new hillside patio area.
9. The fence surrounding the wading pool will be kept clear of towels, clothing, and items that tend to obstruct the staff's vision.
10. Conversation with the club's staff is restricted to official business.
11. Use of the Wading Pool is restricted to children 7 years of age and under. A responsible adult must always be present.
12. Insurance regulations prohibit alcohol consumption on the pool premises during normal swim club hours.
13. Persons using a picnic area must leave the area clean.
14. The following rules will be observed in the PLAY AREA:
(a) Only inflatable balls or sponge type balls are permitted.
(b) A volleyball net is available for volleyball or badminton.

III ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
A.GENERAL
1. Admission to club property is only permitted during the posted operating hours and when qualified lifeguards are on duty.
2. Members are required to provide a current photo annually for their file. Admission is only permissible when a photo is on file.
3.Admittance is denied to persons under the influence of alcohol.

B. MEMBERS
1. Children age 9 yrs. And younger must be accompanied by an adult (16 yrs of age and older). Children 10-15 yrs of age who demonstrated swimming proficiency to the lifeguard and
have written parental consent on file, may be admitted unaccompanied.
2. Members must complete the membership identification form.
3. Verification of membership will be conducted at the swim club entrance during each visit by member.
4. Adults (age 16 and older) have priority use of the chaise lounges on weekends and holidays. Chairs may not be saved.

C. GUESTS
1. Members under 13 yrs of age may NOT bring any guests unless accompanied by an adult member (16 yrs or older). Members aged 13-15 may bring up to 2 guests ages 13 or older.
Members under 16 bringing guests must provide written permission from their parents.
2. Members will be assessed a $5.00 admission fee for each guest. This applies to all non-members who enter the premises.
(a) A discount pack of 10 passes is available for a fee of $45.00.
3. All members are urged to consider their fellow members when inviting guests. While the club facilities are provided for the member's families, it is recognized that there are occasions
when it is desirable or even necessary to bring guests.
4. Members must contact the Social Director to schedule private parties they wish to host at the swim club.

IV. ENFORCEMENT
A. Responsibility of Staff
1. The operations of the pool and the enforcement of these regulations are the direct responsibility of the vice president-operations, including employees of the swim club.
B. Authority of the Staff
1. Employees will enforce these regulations in a strict, but courteous and impartial manner.
2. Staff members are authorized by the Board (By-Laws, Article III, Section 7) to suspend the privileges of the members or their guests for infractions of these regulations. Such
suspensions will be recorded at the control point.
3.Employees may close the pool or postpone the opening of the pool at any time in the interest of health or safety.

C. Responsibility of Members
1. Members are individually and collectively responsible for compliance of their household members and guests.
2. The GBP Swim Club is not responsible for loss of personal property or any personal injuries.
3. Members are financially responsible for property damage caused by them, their household members, or their guests.
4. Members are requested to report any infractions of these regulations to the Manager or to any one of the club's Directors.
5.The primary function of the staff is to provide for the safety and enjoyment of the members. Therefore, all members are expected to be courteous and respectful to the staff and are
requested to notify any board member of any unjust or unbecoming action of any employee to properly perform their duty.

V.HOURS OF OPERATIONS
A. Hours of operations shall be posted.
B. The pool may be closed due to inclement weather at the discretion of the manager with Board approval.
C. The club hours may be changed for special events approved by the Board. These hours will be posted in advance.