Prevention of Diseases in Swimming Pools and Spas
Disease prevention should be a priority for every water quality management program for pool and spa operators. Disinfection is critical to protect against pathogens, and is best managed through routine monitoring and maintenance of chemical feed equipment to ensure optimum chemical levels in accordance with state and local regulations. Ideal chemical parameters include disinfectant levels according to regulated pesticide label directions, pH between 7.2-7.8, total alkalinity of 80-120 ppm and calcium hardness between 200 – 400 ppm.
The education of parents of small children and other people with regard to good hygienic behavior at swimming pools is also important for improving health safety at swimming pools and spas. Showering before swimming can reduce introduction of contaminants. Those with diarrhea or other gastroenteritis illnesses should not swim, especially children. To minimize exposure to pathogens, swimmers should avoid getting water into their mouths and never swallow pool or spa water.
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