Rules and Safety

RIMP Facility Swim Test

Children aged 7-10 – The swim test will be in the beach part of the pool. They will start by the ladder, safely getting into the water and swimming to the Hot Tub wall and back, without touching the bottom. Their faces must go into the water at least one time during the swim. If passed, these kids can go into the shallow end. Lifejackets must be worn in the deep end. They are allowed to attempt the longer swim test in order to not have to wear a lifejacket in the deep end.

Children aged 10-13 – The swim test will be in the main part of the pool. They will start at the deep end wall by the rock wall, swim 25m and then tread water for 30 seconds all without stopping. If passed, these kids can swim in the whole pool without a lifejacket. Children, who have passed the shorter swim test, may attempt this swim test in order to swim without a lifejacket in the deep end. 

Lifeguards and Emergencies

Lifeguards undergo extensive, ongoing training in the areas of facility operations, site specific safety, emergency procedures and rescue scenarios along with regularly recertifying awards recognized by the national governing body. A lifeguard's first priority is the safety of swimmers. Since each guard is responsible for many people at one time, lifeguards will position themselves in certain locations to maintain a clear view of the pool area.  Please do your part to ensure everyone's safety and follow the directions of the lifeguard staff.

Supervision Requirements for Children

Hot Tub Use During Instructional Periods

Students registered in swim programs will have 2 minutes of warm up time in the hot tub within their allotted class time which will be supervised by their instructor.

When the class is over students are required to exit the pool as the instructors are moving on to the next lesson.

Patrons wishing to use the hot tub during this period of time must pay regular admission.

Regular Pool Usage

Active supervision is defined as being able to render immediate assistance (a few seconds away from the child) and in swimming attire.

Within Arm's Reach - Children 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult (16+) at a 4:1 ratio or a youth (13+) at a 1:1 ratio.

Children 6 years and younger must be supervised by an adult (16+ years) at a 4:1 ratio or a youth (13+ years) at a 1:1 ratio.

The RIMP Facility Swim Test:

Children aged 7-10 – The swim test will be in the beach part of the pool. They will start by the ladder, safely getting into the water and swimming to the Hot Tub wall and back, without touching the bottom. Their faces must go into the water at least one time during the swim. If passed, these kids can go into the shallow end. Lifejackets must be worn in the deep end. They are allowed to attempt the longer swim test in order to not have to wear a lifejacket in the deep end.

Children aged 10-13 – The swim test will be in the main part of the pool. They will start at the deep end wall by the rock wall, swim 25m and then tread water for 30 seconds all without stopping. If passed, these kids can swim in the whole pool without a lifejacket. Children, who have passed the shorter swim test, may attempt this swim test in order to swim without a lifejacket in the deep end. 

Swimmer's of all ages must wear appropriate swimming attire, which  consists of clothing worn for swimming only. No street clothes or undergarments can be worn in the pool.

Children who are not toilet trained must wear a diaper designed for swimming. Suitable products may be purchased at the admission desk. Disposable or cloth diapers without plastic covers - are not permitted as pool foulings can lead to pool closures and program delays for everyone.

 Wristbands

The Ruth Inch Memorial Pool uses wristbands to:

• Alert lifeguards to children who are required to be within arm's reach of a supervisor in the water.
• Show lifeguard staff who is registered in a program when there are two programs running at the same time.

The staff member at the Reception Desk will put a disposable wristband on individuals who fall into either of these categories before the patron goes into the changeroom. Please remember that wristbands are for safety and program quality control reasons and should remain on throughout your swim.

Patrons with Serious Medical Conditions

Patrons with serious medical conditions (seizure disorders, heart conditions), should be accompanied by a person knowledgeable of their condition and directly responsible for their supervision. Any patrons with a Medic Alert or known medical conditions should report the condition to the guard on duty. The companion will be able to swim at no charge.