IAKS Pool Expert Circle discussed Covid-19 implications

IAKS pool experts met online on 19 October 2020 to discuss the current situation of pool operations under Covid-19 conditions.

16 participants from seven countries exchanged about operational ideas, engineering solutions for optimizing air ventilation, as well as possible implications on the future design for pools.

Public pools all over the world have proven to be a safe environment in the pandemic situation, offering low-risk activities. None of the international experts has heard of a public pool as an infection hotspot. In Spain, authorities have decided to close bars and restaurants while pools are still allowed to open.

It is common knowledge that inside the pool water, all viruses and bacteria are killed by chlorine disinfection. Infection via the water can thus be prevented.

In the “dry” areas of pool buildings, the most important measures to be taken are related to social distancing and to the air ventilation system.