The 2014 edition of the Pool & Spa Operator™ Handbook, published by non-profit National Swimming Pool Foundation® (NSPF®), is now available and includes important updates and a new look. Offered in English and Spanish with both U.S. and Metric units, this fundamental training and reference manual is including operators, health officials, service who help keep […]
Although public sector waterpark provenance dates back over 30 years, many counties and municipalities considering developing waterparks today struggle with defining exactly what waterpark is. So, it is not unusual when dealing with the public sector that everything from a splash pad to a family aquatic center to a full blown waterpark be referred […]
Winter is fast approaching and as daily temperatures decrease, heating costs increase. Whether you have an indoor aquatic facility or a year-round outdoor swimming pool, thoughtful consideration should be given to installing thermal pool covers on your swimming pool during non-operational hours. Pool covers save money and reduce energy use. They accomplish this by conserving […]
Regulations within any sport tend to change as science and technology progress. It is understandable that advances in technology change the playing field and that, in sports, it is important to keep that playing field equal. Adding 2 buffer lanes to the course and increasing gutter depths to handle the large surge of water during […]
CDC posts the Model Aquatic Health Code’s module for Recirculation Systems and Filtration for public comment with a closing date of October 9, 2013. Hydrologicblog posted this announcement with the supporting documents. Recirculation Systems and Filtration The Counsilman – Hunsaker team posted a group response in support of the public comment requirements. This response can […]
While lifeguarding an open-water practice swim for about 200 people, I noticed two swimmers together, both women with their heads raised out of the water. Since this is both a sign of and precursor to fatigue which can lead to swimming distress, I chose to warn them about crossing the upcoming canal, a 200-yard stretch […]
CDC posts the Model Aquatic Health Code’s module for Recirculation Systems and Filtration for public comment with a closing date of October 9, 2013. To view the latest updates regarding the Model Aquatic Health Code go to www.chh2o.com/MAHC. The Recirculation Systems and Filtration module was initially released earlier this summer for public comment but has […]
In the early morning hours of September 2, 2009, Maury McKinney stood on the dock in Center Harbor on Lake Winnipesaukee. The dark, still water rippled under him as he pulled his goggles over his eyes and took a deep breath. He launched his sleek body like a torpedo into the lake, starting a 42-mile […]
Swimming pool vessels are intended to hold water without leaking. Therefore regardless of the materials of construction, success is measured by having a watertight vessel across all surfaces, joints, and penetrations. The effect of a swimming pool leaking water could be minimal or catastrophic. Waterproofing through materials of construction: The structural design of the concrete […]
Years ago Shawnee Mountain, a ski resort, in East Stroudsburg, Pa., had an outdoor waterpark and found it to be a worthwhile investment, as well as a popular amenity with guests. However, Shawnee’s park, built in 1981, was outdoors, limiting its seasonal availability, and fell into disrepair. The resort had to make a tough decision: […]
