Rudgear Estates Homeowners' Assoication Pool Rules

Rules governing the daily use of the REHA pool are determined by the REHA Board of Directors to ensure safe operations and protect the interests of our membership.  These rules are subject to change at anytime.  Failure to follow the rules or the instructions of the on-duty lifeguards will trigger the following escalation path though it can be enacted at any appropriate point:

1. On-duty lifeguard asks member(s)/guest(s) to comply with stated rules (one warning only).
2. On-duty lifeguard contacts Pool Manager to make aware of problem.
3. On-duty lifeguard asks member(s)/guest(s) in question to leave the facility.
4. On-duty lifeguard clears the pool until member(s)/guest(s) depart the facility.
5. On-duty lifeguard calls the Walnut Creek Police Department @ 925.943.5844
6. On-duty lifeguard closes the pool until clearance to return is given by Pool Manager.
7. Any incident that goes to Step 3 will be referred to the REHA Board.

Pool members or guests who abuse pool rules or staff are subject to disciplinary action which may include suspension from use of the pool facilities.

General rules:

1. All pool members should come prepared to show identification proving they are residents of Rudgear Estates or are Pool Members.
2. No smoking on the facility property.
3. No glass containers of any type are allowed on the facility property.
4. The pool is for use by REHA Members and their guests only.  REHA members who invite guests are limited to seven people per home and are ultimately responsible for every aspect of their guests conduct.  Members who will exceed the number of authorized guests must coordinate with the Pool Manager for a party.
5. Non-swimmers or weak swimmers as determined by the on-duty lifeguard must wear a certified and functional flotation device when in the pool and have a responsible adult swimmer providing direct supervision.  Flotation devices are not required if the swimmer in question is in the pool with and managed directly by an adult swimmer.
6. No running, pushing, climbing or rough play while on or in the area of the pool deck.  Footwear is highly recommended.
7. No dunking or rough play in the pool.
8. No balls or unsafe equipment or activities in or out of the pool.
9. No skateboards, in-line skates or scooters are allowed on the facility property.
10. The hillside north of the BBQ area is off-limits as a play area.
11. Children age 12 or younger must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult at all times.
12. Radios are allowed in the pool area but both volume and music selection cannot be offensive to any pool member or adjacent property owner.
13. No foul language or rude behavior is permitted.
14. A ten minute rest period will be called on the hour by the lifeguard.  All swimmers under the age of 18 must completely exit the pool during that time.  No sitting on the edge with feet in pool.  Swim lesson by certified personnel are exempted from this rule.
15. If members or guests move pool furniture it must be put back in its place before leaving.
16. Lap lanes are to be used by lap swimmers only.  Minimum age for use is 18 unless approved by the on-duty lifeguard.  No lap swimming in the deep / diving end of the pool

Diving rules:

1. One person on the diving board at a time.
2. Swimmers must not distract or interfere with those who are on the diving board.
3. No diving until the area beyond the end of the diving board and underneath is totally clear of swimmers.
4. All diving must be from the end of the diving board, no jumping toward the sides of the pool.
5. No swimming under the diving board or touching it from below.
6. No back flips, Belly Flops or other unsafe activity from the diving board or deck.
7. No running dives from the deck.
8. Diving allowed in the deep end of the pool only.  Sanctioned swim meets and certified swim lessons are exempt.

Baby pool rules:

1. No children over 6 years of age in the Baby pool without the approval of the on-duty lifeguard.
2. Pool members or guests must supervise their children directly when using the Baby pool.
3. No more than 10 children in the Baby Pool at a time.

Lifeguards:

1. Lifeguards are to focus primarily on swimmer safety.
2. On-duty lifeguards will not answer phones, text-message, open the pool gate or undertake any activities that distract their attention from the swimmers.
3. Lifeguards are not authorized to make phone calls unless it is to protect life, limb, sight or property.
4. Lifeguards will always have available their proof of lifeguard, CPR and first aid certification.
5. Lifeguards will inspect to ensure a fully stocked first aid kit is on-site and available each day.  Any deficiencies will be identified to the Pool Manger on the day they are discovered with resolution complete within 24 hours.
6. The final interpretation of any pool rule in dispute is decided by the senior on-duty lifeguard.