It is generally recommended to open and close your pool at the appropriate times, rather than simply closing it when it is convenient for you. This is because closing your pool too early can lead to problems with your chemicals and pool maintenance. But when exactly is the “appropriate time?” The...
The 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design, specifically the standards related to pools and spas, have been in effect for over a year now. The standards require public swimming pools with 300 linear feet of pool wall or more have at least two means of accessible entry. One of the...
Due to the 2010 Standards, the ADA requires that any new or newly altered swimming pool, wading pool and spa have an accessible means of entrance and exit for those with disabilities. For the first time, recreational facilities are being forced to be more accommodating and accessible to people with...
With the new 2010 standards for pool lifts, certain changes need to be made to new and existing pools and spas when it is readily available to do so. If it is not readily achievable to install a fixed pool lift, pools can stay open if there is a business...
Recreational facilities are now required to have pool lifts on all newly altered swimming pools, wading pools, and spas. When these ADA Standards first came out, there was a lot of confusion; how do you know if it is “readily achievable” and what if the facility already has a pool...
From the initial news that the ADA was going to begin enforcing fines for facilities that were not in compliance with the new pool accessibility guidelines back in early 2012, the date was pushed back repeatedly before finally going live on January 31, 2013. Even with nearly two years passing, industry...
Swimming pool lifts have become a norm in the recent years after the ADA Pool Accessibility Requirements were signed into federal law in 2010 and have continued to make swimming more accessible to those with physical disabilities. The use of water therapy and recreational swimming has benefited a number of...
Summertime is in full swing with temperatures heating up and longer days in the sunshine. However, there are a lot of risks when it comes to the summer season and making sure to be safe is important. Here are some quick summer safety tips to keep your summer vacation fun...
When it comes to deciding which pool lift is best for your pool, there are some factors to take into consideration. According to the Americans with Disabilities Act, pool lifts must be installed for accessibility in municipal pools, school pools, government-owned pools, and any others with public access. If you own...
There is often a lot of confusion surrounding the subject of pool lift laws in public areas versus private residences. The misperception is that all pools require a pool lift, however, the ADA requires accessible entry in municipal pools, schools pools, government-owned, hotels, or any pool in general that caters to...
