Please take the time to review these rules.  They have been instituted by the Executive Board to ensure everyone's enjoyment of the pool.  A copy of these rules will be posted at the Club in the Bulletin Board Case.

Thank you, The Coppermine Executive Board

COPPERMINE SWIM CLUB

RULES & REGULATIONS 2007 SEASON

The following rules and regulations are for the protection and benefit of all members.  Parents are requested to caution their children to follow all rules and abide by the instructions of the Pool Manager, Assistant Pool Manager, Lifeguards and Board Officials.  Any failure to comply with these rules shall be considered sufficient cause for immediate suspension of all pool privileges for a period from (1) to seven (7) days and can also be considered sufficient cause for cancellation of Coppermine Swim Club (CSC) membership.

1)         All persons use the pool at their own risk. CSC will not be responsible for any incident or injury in connection with use of the pool or the facilities.  Parents, guardians or childcare providers are responsible for their children and their actions both in and out of the fenced area.

2)         An adult or childcare provider must accompany children under the age of 12 at all times and children 12 and over who do not meet the requirements of #3 below. Children under the age of 12 and not accompanied by their parent are not allowed to bring guests.  If accompanied by a childcare provider, the parents must leave a note with the Pool Manager or head lifeguard stating who is responsible for the child(ren).

3)         Children 12 years and up who can swim the length of the pool non-stop and tread water or do rest stroke for one minute as verified by a lifeguard will then have their name recorded on file which will allow them to be unaccompanied by an adult at the pool. A permission slip and "Parental Consent for Emergency Treatment" Form must be given to the Pool Manager annually before the child(ren) is/are allowed to stay unaccompanied. Each Family is required to have on file annually an Emergency Contact Form.

4)         Beginning swimmers are not allowed to use the diving area until they can swim the length of the pool non-stop and tread water or do rest stroke for one minute as verified by a lifeguard and then have their name recorded on file for the season. An exception to this rule will be permitted when a beginning swimmer is under the direct supervision of an in-the-water adult acceptable to the guard on duty in the dive tank area and the child is using the diving board.

5)         No general swimming will be permitted in the area of the diving board without express consent of the lifeguard on duty.

6)         Non-swimmers only may use personal flotation devices.  In addition, the non-swimmer must be under the direct supervision of an in-the-water adult who is acceptable to the guard on duty in that area.

7)         Absolutely no glass or sharp objects of any kind allowed on the premises.

8)         No pushing, no wrestling, no rough-play or undue disturbances are allowed on premises.

9)         No running or ball playing on pool deck area.

10)        Balls, floats, oversized toys, tubes, or kick boards may be used only at the Pool Manager, Assistant Pool Manager or Lifeguard's discretion.

11)        Eating is allowed in designated areas only (tables on grass) and never permitted on the deck.

12)        No pets allowed anywhere on the premises.

13)        No abusive language permitted.

14)        Lounge chairs are for the use of adult members and their adult guests only.

15)        Use of the wading pool is limited to non-swimming children aged 5 and under, who must be attended by an adult at all times.

16)        Children who are not toilet trained must wear approved swim diapers (no regular diapers) and rubber pants while in the pool.

17)        No chewing gum is allowed on the premises.

18)        Anyone with skin disease, skin abrasions, open wounds, sore or inflamed eyes, nasal or ear discharge, coughs, colds, infectious diseases or any communicable diseases is prohibited from using the pool.  Expectorating or blowing nose in pool is prohibited.

19)        The Pool Manager, Assistant Pool Manager or Board Members have the authority to close the pool when maintenance work is required which cannot be scheduled outside of pool hours.

20)        Swimming shall be prohibited during electrical storms or when thunder can be heard, or when otherwise deemed unsafe by the Pool Manager, Assistant Manager or Lifeguards.

21)        The CSC is not responsible for any loss or damage to personal property.

22)        Radios are permitted so long as the operation does not disturb other members.

23)        All members shall use extreme caution and drive slowly when entering or leaving CSC grounds and vehicles will be driven only on the prescribed driveways and parking area. An Overflow Parking area is provided on the grass near the basketball court.

24)        These rules may be revised, modified or expanded at any time by the Executive Board.

25)        The Pool Manager, Assistant Pool Manager, Lifeguards & Board Members have the authority to enforce these rules.

26)        All members & guests shall respect the authority of the Pool Manager, Assistant Pool Manager and Lifeguards.

27)        Guest Policy:

a.           Members must sign-in all guests upon entering the pool.

b.           A guest may come only ten (10) times per season regardless of sponsoring member that brings that guest. All guests must be accompanied by a member fourteen (14) or over.

c.           Teenagers may bring a maximum of two (2) guests without an adult.

d.           Pool members are responsible for their guests' conduct and are responsible for any damage to pool club caused by guests.

e.           A guest may go to and from the pool throughout the day.

f.             Guest Fee: $3.00 per guest (2 and under free)

28)       NO SMOKING ALLOWED WITHIN THE FENCED POOL AREA.

29)      No Fins, snorkels or any underwater breathing devices are to be used in the pool.

30)      All suggestions and complaints must be in writing and sent to the Executive Board or placed in the suggestion box.

Party Fees & Policy

We welcome you to host a party this summer. Parties must be reserved in advance with the Pool Manager, only. If your party should be rained out, the Pool Manager will gladly reschedule your party during another open time slot.

·         Parties must be reserved in advance with the Pool Manager only. Please try to do this during regular hours.  If the manager is not available, a note may be left with one of the lifeguards.

·         A $25.00 Non-Refundable Party Fee must be paid within a week of booking or the reservation is automatically cancelled.  The party fee helps to offset the cost of additional staff to ensure water safety for all swimmers.

·         $3.00 Guest Fees apply to all party guests, in addition to the party fee. (Exception – Party Guests who are Coppermine members and adults who are not swimming, but at the pool to watch their children.) Final Guest Count must be given to the Pool Manager seven days before the party, to be logged into the guest book for accurate billing.

·         Only one party is allowed per time slot for all days.

·         Maximum number of guests: 25

·         Party Hours: Monday thru Friday 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM OR 5:30 PM to Close or Saturday & Sunday, Noon to 3:00 PM OR 5:30 PM to Close

·         Tables will be reserved for the party.