This one page instrutional guide is available in English. It is intended to provide basic information related to reducing germ contamination in recreational waters for public health professionals and environmental health specialists. Topics include ways to protect swimmers from recreational water illnesses (RWIs) without restricting access and enjoyment. Ways in which pool operators deal with other risks that have been identified at the pool. Problems that have been on deck for years include drowning, injuries, bad weather, and blood spills. Pool operators have adopted risk management strategies that rely on state-of-the-art safety equipment and intensive training of staff. Lifeguards are trained in drowning prevention, rescue, first aid, and policies related to weather use and injury prevention. Integrating the 12 steps for RWI prevention into your current risk management program should help reduce the risk of your pool spreading RWIs.
