Evaluation of microbial and physicochemical properties of water in swimming pools of Guilan province in 2017

Conclusions: The present study concluded that the water of swimming pools with low free chlorine and turbidity higher than the standard level has microbial contamination. To prevent water pollution in swimming pools, use of a suitable filtration system to reduce the turbidity of the water, supply of the remaining active disinfection such as chlorine in sufficient quantities (1 to 3 mg/L), compliance with health standards, bathing swimmers before entering the pool, more frequent and timely monitoring  by pool operators and environmental health inspectors, especially in peak use times are offered.
Source: Journal of Injury and Violence Research - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research