Basic Pool Chemistry

Does your team need to know basic pool chemistry? At most facilities there is a long list of helping hands. Lifeguards may test chemicals, housekeepers may have cleaning responsibilities and swim coaches may pick up towels on deck. All of these extra sets of eyes should know basic pool chemistry and how it impacts your facility.

Want to give your auxiliary pool staff a quick overview of your disinfection plan? This document released by the CDC does a great job explaining how chlorine and pH are essential to the effective disinfection of your pool.

Just the Basics – Chlorine and pH Factsheet