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Chapter 1 – Feature Types & Unique Considerations<br />
Handbook: Pages 1-16<br />
Suggested Time:<br />
PowerPoint Slides:<br />
Materials:<br />
40 minutes<br />
APF Chapter 1 Slides<br />
Principles of Wave Pool Generation<br />
(Appendix 2 from Aquatic Play Feature Handbook)<br />
Objectives: At the end of this chapter the student will be able to:<br />
1. Defi ne what is meant by aquatic play features<br />
2. Describe the various types of aquatic play features<br />
3. List the various types of risk to injury that could be associated with each type of play<br />
feature<br />
4. Explain the illnesses that are associated with the various aquatic attractions<br />
5. Explain the difference between aquatic play features and the traditional swimming<br />
pool<br />
Leading Questions:<br />
What are the characteristics of aquatic play features?<br />
Why are aquatic play features so popular?<br />
What is the greatest danger associated with APFs?<br />
What is ASTM standard F2376-06?<br />
Key Points: Causes for facility closure (p. 2). Include information relative to:<br />
Low free chlorine levels (ideal level 2-4 mg/L)<br />
Low or high pH levels<br />
Circulation system not operating<br />
Turnover rate not in recommended range<br />
Main drain cover problems<br />
Not complying with ANSI A112.19.8<br />
Water temperature too high (greater than 40°C)<br />
Gate latching problems<br />
Key Points: Wave/Surf Pools (pp 6-8). Include information relative to:<br />
General characteristics<br />
Purpose<br />
Size<br />
Number of gallons of water<br />
Water depth<br />
Wave generation (direct attention to Appendix 2)<br />
Factor that infl uence water clarity and disinfection<br />
Effects of sunlight<br />
Shallow water and uv exposure<br />
Water surface area<br />
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