Why doesn Arizona Pool Pros use Chlorine Gas?
Chlorine Gas Pros & Cons: Information compiled March 2005 The following information was obtained from these sources: National Swimming Pool Foundation (www.nspf.org) Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Handbook 2005 Edition, CPO Handbook 2002 Edition, Maricopa County Health Department, Arizona Department of Transportation Hazmat Division, Hills Brothers Chemical Co. of Tucson, AZ. Pros for the service company: 1. Low cost (approx. 25 cents per pound) 2. Companies usually charge around $50 per month 3. Monthly chemical cost is usually around $1 – $2 per customer Cons for the service company: 1. Very Toxic and Potentially Deadly. 2. Any vehicle carrying Chlorine Gas Must have Hazmat vehicle placard displayed at all times. 3. All employees with access to Chlorine Gas Must be properly trained, certified and licensed by the EPA and DOT. Pros for the homeowner: 1. Lower cost than traditional pool service. Cons for the homeowner: 1. Unstable, Very Toxic, Corrosive and Potentially Deadly 2. Drastica
