Purpose of Pool Treatment

A pool must be properly treated for three primary purposes

1. Healthy
2. Safety  and
3. Aesthetics

 

It is in interest of public health that the pool be disinfected to prevent the transmission of disease. It is in the interest of swimmers safety that water be free of turbidity or color so that the bottom of pool at its greatest depth is visible at all times. It is in the interest of aesthetics that the pool be immaculately clean. This means the absence of film,scum leaves, surface debris and aquatic growth such as algae. Therefore the prime requisites of swimming pool operation must result in water that is clear and sparkling and free from bacteria and algae. The water should be of drinking quality , nonirritating and free of objectionable odors or tastes. In addition the pool structure must be free of film and deposits.