As all Jacuzzi owners know, one of the best experiences in life is soaking in the warm, hydroptherapeutic waters of hot tubs. It helps replenish our bodies while soothing the stresses and worries of everyday life. However, before we get to avail of its wonderful benefits here are some of the basic safety steps and information that you may want to keep in mind.

1. Safety Basics for Your Hot Tub and Portable Spa
Written By: Scott Lee - http://hottubsandportablespas.com/
As every Jacuzzi hot tub owner know, one of the best pleasures in life is
immersing in the warm, bubbling waters of hot tubs. It revitalizes our bodies
while melting away the worries and stresses of everyday living. But of
course, we must familiarize ourselves with the basic hot tub safety
guidelines in order to get and enjoy its wonderful benefits. Here are some of
the basic hot tub safety tips and information:
 Keep Your Hot Tubs Clean and Its Waters Disinfected
It is the responsibility of every hot tub owner to make
sure that their Jacuzzi hot tub or portable hot tubs are
clean and its water disinfected properly to thwart the
spread of disease-causing germs. Having the proper
level of disinfectant is vital to ensure you’re your hot
tubs are safe and clean. The usual disinfectant used
for the regular and portable hot tubs is Chlorine. Keep
in mind that the more your hot tub is used, then the
quicker the disinfectant peters out. So you might want
to check your Jacuzzi hot tub before and after use and
add the disinfectant if it gets low.
 Alcohol and Drug Risks
The hot water in a hot tub intensifies the effects of
alcohol and particular drugs, and the outcome can get
very serious. If you’re using a prescription drug, you
must first consult your physician about it before
immersing in your Jacuzzi hot tub. Most hot tub
accidents involving adults are either alcohol or drug
related. Also, soaking in the hot water in hot tubs can
be dehydrating and usually leads to dizziness, nausea,
and fainting. So take a break from your tub every
once in a while and drink some water or juice before
getting back in.
Hot Tubs Safety Rules: Be Safe While Immersing in Your Jacuzzi Hot Tub
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2.  Children and Infants are at Higher Risks
Children, especially infants, must be
introduced to hot tubs slowly in order to
give let them have time to adjust in the
changes in temperature and to ease
discomfort or alleviate fear. NEVER leave
children unattended in a Jacuzzi, portable
hot tubs, or spa under any circumstance.
Even the shallow waters in portable hot
tubs pose a drowning hazard, and being
distracted for a few seconds is a moment is too long. Better safe than sorry.
 Electrical Device Hazard
Don’t ever handle corded phones, hair dryer, radios or
any other electrical gadgets while you’re in a Jacuzzi
hot tub to prevent electrocution. Set all electrical
outlets at a safe distance away from your portable hot
tubs or spa and keep all electrical devices away from
its waters.
 Steps and Safety Rails
Going in and out your Jacuzzi hot tub with wet feet can be
a slippery hazard. Consider equipping your hot tubs with
steps and handrails to let you get in and out of your
portable hot tub safely and easily.
 Hot Tub Safety Cover
Always use locked hot tub covers when it is
not in use. Keep the little ones away from hot
tubs unless there’s unwavering adult
supervision. Young children are curious and
unsupervised portable hot tubs, pool and spa
can be an attraction to their eyes. Also, do
Hot Tubs Safety Rules: Be Safe While Immersing in Your Jacuzzi Hot Tub
©2010

3. make certain that the straps of your hot tub cover are tight to prevent
children from slipping under.
 Hot Tub Together
It is always wiser and more fun for adults to
immerse in hot tubs together. When two or more
people are bathing together, then there’ll be
someone who to aid the other person if he
experiences a problem and the children can be well
watched and assisted too.
Hot Tubs Safety Rules: Be Safe While Immersing in Your Jacuzzi Hot Tub
©2010