Tips for keeping your spa or pool healthy

All swimming pools and spas need regular maintenance.

• Keep the water clean and clear.
  • Leaves and similar material should be removed daily.
  • Vacuum regularly to remove dirt, sand and debris.
• Clean the skimmer and pump baskets regularly.
• Ensure the water is properly treated, and contains the correct levels of chemicals.
• Always follow the instructions on pool chlorine containers in relation to safe handling and disposal of the product.
• Only a spa or swimming pool fitted with a filter and automatic chlorinator (including salt) is safe to use.
• Keep the pool and spa surfaces in good condition. Repair any cracks in the shell and tiled surrounds.
• Ensure the surrounds drain away from a pool or spa and do not collect puddles. Clean surrounds regularly.
• Keep pipes, filters and motors in good working order.
• Clean filters when required.
• Service all pool equipment according to manufacturer’s directions.
• Ensure all electrical equipment is maintained in good condition. All repairs should be performed by a licensed electrician.
• An automatic pool cleaner will help keep the pool clean and free of debris.
• All top-up water should be added via the skimmer box with the filtration system running.
• Hire a trained swimming pool and spa technician each month to keep your pool and spa safe to use.

Where to get help

Advice on water treatment is available from:

• your local trained pool and spa technician
• Environmental Health Services at your local government (external site)
• pool chemical suppliers.

Contact us for more information.