The Model Aquatic Health Code (MAHC) voluntary guidelines address the design, construction, operation, maintenance, policies, and management of public aquatic facilities. This is the first set of national guidelines that public pool operators can follow to help keep swimmers healthy … Continue reading
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“Swimming pools are a huge draw for guests. But cold, dirty or – worse – disease-ridden pools can quickly damage a camp or conference center’s reputation…” The rest of the article describes filtration, disinfection, and heating. “Swimming in the … Continue reading
Maintenance of accessible features is a requirement to ensure ADA compliance. To help pool facility owners properly maintain their lifts, S.R. Smith has launched a comprehensive library of troubleshooting videos.(from Recreation Management Magazine) http://www.srsmith.com/en/customer-service/lift-troubleshooting/ … Continue reading
Three articles for Swimming Pools, Lifts, and ADA Compliance for Recreational Facilities. “In 2010, the Department of Justice published updated regulations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that for the first time addressed accessibility requirements for aquatic recreational facilities, … Continue reading
Two articles from the May 2012, Recreation Management, eNewsletter that pertains to outdoor facilities. Keep an Eye on Your Pool: The Case for Phosphate Control in Swimming Pools by Terry Arko “Calcium phosphate scale is a new problem that has … Continue reading
The American Camp Association (ACA) continuously updates a Web page with resources to help understand the regulations and implications on the camp community. This spring (2012) there are deadlines regarding the provision of accessible entry and exit to existing swimming … Continue reading