Pools & Hot Tubs
Every year, more than 50 million Americans go swimming 1. This makes swimming the fourth most popular recreational activity in the United States and the most popular recreational activity for children and teens (ages 7—17) 1.
The benefits of water-based exercise are numerous, but to truly enjoy a safe and healthy swimming experience it is important for swimmers and hot tub users to know the steps they should take to protect themselves and others from potential health risks.
Aquatics professionals have a responsibility to provide a safe and healthy swimming environment for their patrons. Maintaining good water quality requires pool operators and staff to have specific skills.
- Model Aquatic Health Code
- Design and Operation
- Disinfection and Remediation
- Regulation and Inspection
- Certification, Training, & Education for Professionals
- US Census Bureau. Statistical abstract of the United States: 2012. Arts, Recreation, and Travel: Participation in Selected Sports Activities 2009. [PDF - 2 pages]
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