I've spent hours searching the web for a directory of "chlorine-free" pools (eg ozone/uv/salt) that are open to the public.
Since there doesn't seem to be any such directory, I decided to work on making one. If you know of any pools in your area that use alternative treatments, please let me know.
I'm going to compile all the information as a free resource here:
piscinasana.blogspot.com
(You can post directly to there if you prefer.)
Thanks!
Parents
Former Member
Since this subject of pool chlorine has come up I would like to make an observation and suggestion.
In Japan and Europe, many bathrooms are equipped with a personal hygiene device (known as a “bidet” or “washlet”) that is installed in place of a regular toilet seat. Basically, it works like a mini shower (with soap and warm water) to rinse off after using the restroom and it drastically reduces the amount of Recreational Water Bacteria (RWB). One non-profit facility here is considering remodeling their pool and they were asking our swim team for suggestions about the new amenities. In addition to having solar heating for the pool, I emphasized that installing bidets in the restroom would minimize the amount of RWB.
As a long time swimmer and hot tub enthusiast, I always take precautions to eliminate RWB and I’ve installed a bidet at home. I’ve done tests on the water in my personal hot tub and the level of RWB is so low that I don’t have to use much chlorine.
Of course, there is a legal limit on the amount of chlorine, bromine, or ozone that must be present in public pools or hot tubs, however equipping the restroom facilities with special hygiene devices would be a definite advantage in reducing the dependence on pool chemicals for controlling RWB.
Happy Swimming
Dolphin 2
:)
Since this subject of pool chlorine has come up I would like to make an observation and suggestion.
In Japan and Europe, many bathrooms are equipped with a personal hygiene device (known as a “bidet” or “washlet”) that is installed in place of a regular toilet seat. Basically, it works like a mini shower (with soap and warm water) to rinse off after using the restroom and it drastically reduces the amount of Recreational Water Bacteria (RWB). One non-profit facility here is considering remodeling their pool and they were asking our swim team for suggestions about the new amenities. In addition to having solar heating for the pool, I emphasized that installing bidets in the restroom would minimize the amount of RWB.
As a long time swimmer and hot tub enthusiast, I always take precautions to eliminate RWB and I’ve installed a bidet at home. I’ve done tests on the water in my personal hot tub and the level of RWB is so low that I don’t have to use much chlorine.
Of course, there is a legal limit on the amount of chlorine, bromine, or ozone that must be present in public pools or hot tubs, however equipping the restroom facilities with special hygiene devices would be a definite advantage in reducing the dependence on pool chemicals for controlling RWB.
Happy Swimming
Dolphin 2
:)
