A swimming pool is a large hole in the ground that has been made and filled with water so people can swim in it. There are many different kinds of swimming pools.
How a pool works
A pool uses pumping to continuously circulate and filter water. It also uses a chemical treatment system to remove any dirt, algae and bacteria that may be present in the water.
The types of pools vary from simple backyard personal pools to complex wave pools at water parks. Each type uses a different combination of equipment and chemicals to sanitise the water.
Safety
A well-maintained pool is a safe and comfortable place for your family to spend time. Regular inspection of the water level, pump and skimmer boxes should be carried out to ensure that it remains healthy.
Checking pH and chlorine levels regularly will help to ensure that the water is of a healthy, safe and pleasant quality for swimmers. This should be done before each use of the pool, preferably before first swimming in the morning to prevent any overnight changes.
Using the right chemicals is vitally important, as they need to be used in a proper ratio to achieve the correct balance. Chlorine is one of the most common chemicals used to keep your pool clean and disinfected, but there are other types too.
Chlorine-based disinfectants kill germs and bacteria that cause disease in swimmers, but they can react with organic matter in the water to form unwanted by-products, such as chlorineamine. These compounds can cause an unpleasant chlorine smell and irritate your skin, eyes and nose.
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