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    Question ID:   2694         Current Version: 1
Question: What can you do for healthy swimming in the pool?
Category: Sports & Recreation > Water Sports
Keywords: RWI, protect, prevent, tip, water, illness, healthy, pool, swimming
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Pool User Information: Protect Yourself from Recreational Water Illnesses by Remembering to Swim Your LAAPS!

Look at the pool and surroundings.  What should you notice? 

  • Clean and clear pool water; you should be able to clearly see any painted stripes and the bottom of the pool. 
  • Smooth pool sides; tiles should not be sticky or slippery. 
  • No odor; a well-chlorinated pool has little odor.  A strong chemical smell indicates a maintenance problem. 
  • Pool equipment working; pool pumps and filtration systems make noise and you should hear them running.

Ask questions of the pool staff.

  • What specialized training did the staff take to prepare for  working at or operating the pool? 
  • Are chlorine and pH levels checked at least twice per day? 
  • Are these levels checked during times when the pool is most heavily used? 
  • Are trained operation staff available during the weekends when the pool is most heavily used? 
  • What was the health inspector's gradefor the pool after its last inspection?

Act by being proactive and educating others.

  • Learn about recreational water illnesses and educate other users and your pool operator. 
  • Urge your pool management to spread the word about RWIs to pool staff and pool users. 
  • Let your pool operator know that the health and well being of all swimmers is a priority for you. 
  • Check the pool water yourself for adequate chlorine (1-2 parts per million) and pH (7.2-7.8) levels. Pool and spa chlorine test strips are available at local home improvement stores, discount retailers and pool supply stores. 

Practice healthy swimming behaviors

  • Refrain from swimming when you have diarrhea
  • Avoid swallowing pool water or even getting it in your mouth. 
  • Shower before swimming and wash your hands after using the toilet or changing diapers. 
  • Take children on bathroom breaks or check diapers often. 
  • Change diapers in a bathroom and not at poolside and thoroughly clean the diaper changing area.

Safety is always important.

  • Keep an eye on children at all times, kids can drown in seconds and in silence.
  • Don't use air-filled swimming aids (such as "water wings") with children in place of life jackets or life preservers. 
  • Protect against sunburn by using a sunscreen with at least SPF 15 and both UVA and UVB protection, and be sure to re-apply it after swimming.
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