As temperatures continue to warm, the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) is reminding pool owners to exercise caution while preparing their pool for the summer. The biggest threat to safety comes with using treatment chemicals. The IDPH recommends reading all product labels and getting trained in pool chemical safety before starting. While using chemicals, they encourage everybody in the immediate vicinity to dress safely by wearing personal protective equipment, such as safety googles, gloves and a mask. Always work in a well-ventilated area and measure chemicals carefully to avoid dangerous concentrations. The most important thing to remember is to never mix products, as this can potentially create unintended compounds, and even toxic gases. For more information on using pool chemicals safely, visit the link included below.
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https://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/swimming/
