Mountain View Swim Club
7501 Manor Dr., Harrisburg, PA 17112    652-9763

POOL RULES

 

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P.O. Box 6111
7501 Manor Dr
Harrisburg, PA 17112
652-9763

 

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POOL RULES
(See By-Laws and Constitution by clicking the links on the left)

  1. The pool manager is authorized to: manage the operation of the Club, supervise all other employees of the Club, and enforce all pool rules. Under supervision of the manager, the lifeguards are also authorized to enforce these rules.
  2. Unless otherwise posted, the pool will be open during the following hours, weather permitting: Memorial Day through Labor Day 12:00 – 8:00 pm
  3. Use of the pool is strictly prohibited when there is no lifeguard employed by the Club on duty and in attendance, or at times other than regular hours or special posted hours.
  4. Admission to the Club’s premises may be denied anyone who has a contagious infection or is under the influence of a foreign or intoxicating substance.
  5. Unsatisfactory conditions concerning the operation of the Club’s facilities should be brought to the attention of the pool manager, the lifeguards, or Board of Directors.
  6. Every accident which occurs on the Club’s premises should be reported immediately to the pool manager or lifeguard.

ADMITTANCE TO THE POOL

  1. All members must present their membership cards to the gate attendant each time they enter the pool.
  2. Duplicate cards may be obtained from the pool manger if they are lost or destroyed. For a small fee.
  3. Guest privileges at the pool are as follows:
    • Guests may be admitted to the pool if accompanied by an adult member in good standing.
    • Guest fees are $5.00 per day if entering before 6:00 pm; $3.00 per person for entrance after 5:00 pm.
      *We have a no refund policy.
    • Children under 12 years of age cannot admit guests.
    • Non-member children that a member baby-sits may be admitted at guest rates.
    • Arrangements should be made in advance with the Membership Secretary if a babysitting arrangement will occur on a regular basis.
  4. Members are responsible for the conduct of their guests while they are at the Club.
  5. Members shall reimburse the Club for any damages they or their guests cause to the Club’s property.
  6. Children 11 years of age and younger will be admitted to the Club as follows:
    Non-swimmers must be accompanied by an adult (16 years or older) who will be responsible for the child’s conduct and safety for the duration of their stay.
    Swimmers must be accompanied by a member 12 years of age or older who will be responsible for the younger child at all times.
    The child must demonstrate swimming ability by passing a test as determined by the pool manager or lifeguards.

CONDUCT

  1. Diving into the pool is only in designated areas.
  2. Running, pushing, rough play, or towel snapping inside the fenced-in area of the pool is prohibited.
  3. All persons entering the pool must wear bathing/swim suits. Street clothes cannot be worn in the water.
  4. Use of the wading pool is restricted to children under the age of 8 years. The parent/guardians of children using the wading pool must observe and supervise them at all times.
  5. Swimming over or sitting on the lane rope which defines the diving area is prohibited.
  6. Only one person is allowed on the diving board or slide at any one time. Observe posted slide rules.
  7. All persons must vacate the pool area whenever a safety check is announced by the manager or lifeguards, such as during he presence of thunder/lightning.
  8. Only lifeguards are permitted on the lifeguard stands/chairs.
  9. Members/guests should not talk excessively to or distract lifeguards while they are on duty.
  10. Inner tubes or rafts are permitted in the large pool area only during special parties or at the discretion of the pool manager or lifeguards on duty. “Noodles” or similar devices are permitted if the pool crowd is manageable as determined by the manager or lifeguards.
  11. Snorkels, fins, and softballs are permitted in the pool at the discretion of the manager or lifeguards.
  12. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted on the premises of the Club.
  13. Food or beverages are not permitted in either pool.
  14. All refuse, including discarded smoking materials, must be placed in the trash receptacles. Any person discarding butts or other smoking materials in grass or unapproved receptacles will be subject to expulsion from pool grounds.
  15. Glass containers are not permitted on the pool premises.
  16. Cars are to be parked only in the designated areas in the parking lots.
  17. Animals/pets are not permitted on the pool premises.
  18. Basketball/Wall ball will be played only in designated areas in the playground area.

PERSONAL CONDUCT

  1. Every member must observe these posted rules for the pool. Each member must also help maintain the Club facilities in a clean, safe, and orderly manner.
  2. Everyone admitted to the Club’s premises must conduct himself/herself in a responsible manner. Running, rough games, excessive horseplay, wrestling, and all unruly behavior is prohibited. Exhibition of such conduct as determined by the manager and lifeguards will result in expulsion from the premises. Repeated offenses will result in permanent suspension from the Club’s membership/premises.
  3. Any person who knowingly violates any of the above rules may be refused admittance to the premises. Intention violation of the rules may result in expulsion premises. Repeated violations will result in temporary suspension or permanent banishment from the Club.
  4. Any person who intentionally damages Club property or violates trespass laws wit respect to the Club premises may be permanently banished from the Club as determined by the Board of Directors.

POOL SAFETY AND PROTECTION OF PROPERTY

  1. Every reasonable precaution has been taken to ensure the safety of the members and their guests. Everyone who uses the Club’s facilities does so at his/her own risk. Any observed unsafe hazards or behavior should be reported immediately to the pool manager or lifeguards on duty.
  2. The Club will not be responsible for either the loss of or damage to any personal property of the members or guests while it is located on the Club’s premises.
  3. In cases of medical emergency, the Club reserves the right to call for an ambulance or other emergency medical personnel if a child is involved and a parent/guardian is not present. All associated fees shall be the responsibility of the parent/guardian.
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