Washington State University
SAFETY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES MANUAL

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
S70.17
Revised 1-05
Environmental Health and Safety
335-3041

Swimming Pools and Spas

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RESPONSIBILITY

The Aquatics Committee, with assistance from Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S), Facilities Operations, and University Recreation, is responsible for ensuring that safe and sanitary swimming pool and spa facilities are provided in accordance with WAC 246-260.

REPORTING COMPLAINTS/EMERGENCIES

Refer all concerns, complaints, or suspected illnesses from swimming pools or spas to EH&S and University Recreation for prompt investigation.

During Regular Working Hours

Contact EH&S; telephone 509-335-3041.

During Off-Hours for Complaints

Contact the Facilities Operations dispatcher; telephone 509-335- 9000.

During Off-hours for Emergencies

Dial 911.

ROLE OF EH&S

EH&S monitors the operations, maintenance and water quality of the swimming pools at the Pullman campus to insure they comply with all state and University requirements.

Services Provided

EH&S provides the following services:

SWIMMING POOL OPERATIONS

Facilities Operations or University Recreation maintains and services the swimming pools. The Aquatics Coordinator in University Recreation coordinates swimming pool activities and operations.

AQUATICS COMMITTEE

Representatives from University Recreation, Athletics, College of Education, Facilities Operations, and EH&S serve on the Committee. The Aquatics Committee formulates policies regarding the operations and maintenance of the swimming pools.