Swimming pools and spa pools used by the public for swimming and
recreation must comply with state requirements for safe design,
operation, and maintenance. Environmental Health ensures the health and
safety of users of these public facilities and assists owners with
compliance with state standards through inspections, review of
construction plans, and investigation of complaints, or reports of
waterborne illnesses.
Construction or Remodels
Persons proposing to construct or remodel a
public swimming pool or spa pool facility are required to provide plans
and specifications to Environmental Health for review and approval
before the local building official issues a permit for construction.
Standards
While pool operators and regulators may ensure that the facilities are
operated and maintained to meet standards, there is increasing awareness
that pool user behavior is a factor in the control of waterborne
illnesses.
Actions to Promote Healthy Swimming
Actions you can take to promote healthy swimming include:
- Do not swim when you have diarrhea
- Do not swallow pool water or get pool water in your mouth
- Shower before swimming (children too)
- Wash your hands after using the toilet or changing diapers
- Take children on bathroom breaks or change diapers often
- Change children’s diapers in a bathroom, not at poolside