What kind of water quality tests is required at semi public pool facilities?
Pool water must be tested routinely for pH (acidity and alkalinity), and chlorine content. Pools must maintain a record of results for 30 days. Additional tests for water hardness must also be performed. The Board of Health may request other evaluations at its discretion. Q. How many times a year are semi public pools inspected? Semi Public Swimming Pools are required to be inspected by the Health Division at least once a year. Special purpose pools (i.e. Jacuzzis) and seasonal outdoor pools may be inspected more often due to the inherent difficulties in keeping these systems in balance. Q. Can children in diapers be allowed to swim in public pools? At this time there is no regulation preventing children who wear leak-proof swim garments or diapers from swimming in pools or at beaches. However, this issue is a matter of concern since outbreaks of cryptosporidium and E. coli 07:157 have been traced to pools and water parks where children in diapers have been swimming. Q. Are there any s
