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Key Points: Discuss the guidelines for the safe use of spas and hot water pools. These include:
Do not use a hot water pool/spa if any equipment is malfunctioning or broken
Pregnant women, elderly people, and persons suffering from heart disease, diabetes, or
high blood pressure should not use a hot water pool/spa without the written permission
of their doctor
Do not use a hot water pool/spa if under the infl uence of alcohol, tranquilizers, or other
drugs that cause drowsiness or cause blood pressure to raise or lower
Do not use a hot water pool/spa with a temperature greater than 40°C
Do not use a hot water pool/spa alone
Do not allow unsupervised children to use a hot water pool/spa
Observe reasonable time limits (10-15) minutes
Long exposure may result in nausea, dizziness, or fainting
Enter and exit slowly
Key Points: Discuss the spa water replacement guidelines. These include:
When TDS exceeds 1,500 mg/L above starting value
Use following formula: Spa Volume ÷ (3 x 3.78) ÷ users per day
Final Questions: Ask the participants if they have any questions pertaining to the lesson they
have just completed. If there are participants who are still having trouble with the concepts of this
lesson, offer additional help during a break or after class
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