<h2><strong>The Ultimate Pool Safety Checklist for Property Managers</strong></h2><p style="text-align: start">Hey there, Property Managers! If you've recently had a Health Dept inspection about your main drains, this post is your next must-read. We're diving deep into pool safety, specifically focusing on anti-entrapment. Inspired by the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool &amp; Spa Safety Act (P&amp;SS Act), we're on a mission to make your pool the safest spot in town.</p><p style="text-align: start">🔗 Want to level up your pool care game? Don't miss our post on <a target="_new" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://tenminutetraining.ezycourse.com/blog/category/poolcare-for-property-managers/752"><strong><u>The 3 C's Of Pool Care Every Property Manager Should Know</u></strong></a>.</p><h2 style="text-align: start"><strong>The Heart Behind the Checklist: Virginia Graeme Baker's Story</strong></h2><p style="text-align: start"><span style="color: rgb(55, 65, 81); color: rgb(55, 65, 81)">Virginia Graeme Baker was a 7-year-old who tragically drowned due to DIRECT SUCTION on a faulty hot tub drain cover. Her story led to the P&amp;SS Act, signed into law in December 2007.</span></p><blockquote><p><strong>In Graeme's memory, let's make sure we're doing everything we can to prevent another tragedy.</strong></p></blockquote><img style="text-align: center" src="https://letcheck.b-cdn.net/530/clmdh0vhf0017iy9n6jqn64sd.jpg"><h2 style="text-align: start"><strong>1. Do I Have an Anti-Entrapment Suction Outlet (Main Drain Cover)?</strong></h2><ul data-type="taskList"><li data-checked="false" data-type="taskItem"><label><input type="checkbox"><span></span></label><div><p><strong>Yes</strong></p></div></li><li data-checked="false" data-type="taskItem"><label><input type="checkbox"><span></span></label><div><p><strong>No</strong></p></div></li></ul><p style="text-align: start">🔗 For Florida pools, make sure it meets <a target="_new" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;Search_String=&amp;URL=0500-0599/0514/Sections/0514.0315.html"><strong><u>ASME/ANSI A112.19.8-2007 standards</u></strong></a>.</p><h2 style="text-align: start"><strong>2. Do I Have the Current Form for Verification and Replacement?</strong></h2><ul data-type="taskList"><li data-checked="false" data-type="taskItem"><label><input type="checkbox"><span></span></label><div><p><strong>Yes</strong></p></div></li><li data-checked="false" data-type="taskItem"><label><input type="checkbox"><span></span></label><div><p><strong>No</strong></p></div></li></ul><p style="text-align: start">🔗 Check out the <a target="_new" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.floridahealth.gov/environmental-health/swimming-pools/_documents/dh4157.pdf"><strong><u>DOH Permit Form</u></strong></a>.</p><h2 style="text-align: start"><strong>3. Is My Pool on Direct Suction or Gravity?</strong></h2><ul data-type="taskList"><li data-checked="false" data-type="taskItem"><label><input type="checkbox"><span></span></label><div><p><strong>Direct Suction (MOVE TO SECTION 4)</strong></p></div></li><li data-checked="false" data-type="taskItem"><label><input type="checkbox"><span></span></label><div><p><strong>Gravity</strong></p></div></li></ul><p><strong>What's This?</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Direct Suction</strong>: The pool water gets sucked directly from the main drain to the pump</p></li><li><p><strong>Gravity</strong>: The water goes by gravity slope into a special tank first and the pump suction pulls from the tank.</p></li></ul><h2><span style="color: rgb(215, 29, 29); color: rgb(215, 29, 29)">PLEASE NOTE IF YOU ANSWERED YES TO 1 AND 2 AND YOUR POOL IS ON A GRAVITY SYSTEM YOU DO NOT NEED TO MOVE TO SECTION 4.</span></h2><p><span style="color: rgb(215, 29, 29); color: rgb(215, 29, 29)">CONSULT A LICENSED CONTRACTOR FOR VERIFCATION</span></p><h2 style="text-align: start"><strong>4. If It's on Direct Suction, Do I Have an Approved Anti-Entrapment Device?</strong></h2><ul data-type="taskList"><li data-checked="false" data-type="taskItem"><label><input type="checkbox"><span></span></label><div><p><strong>SVRS (Safety Vacuum Release System)</strong></p></div></li><li data-checked="false" data-type="taskItem"><label><input type="checkbox"><span></span></label><div><p><strong>Vac-Alert</strong></p></div></li><li data-checked="false" data-type="taskItem"><label><input type="checkbox"><span></span></label><div><p><strong>None</strong></p></div></li></ul><p style="text-align: start">🔗 For SVRS testing guidelines, check out this <a target="_new" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.floridahealth.gov/environmental-health/swimming-pools/_documents/svrs-testingguide12-18-2017.pdf"><strong><u>SVRS Testing Guide</u></strong></a>.</p><p><span style="color: rgb(216, 19, 19); color: rgb(216, 19, 19)">IF THE ANSWER IS NONE THEN CONTACT A LICENSED POOL CONTRACTOR TO INSTALL AN APPROVED DEVICE</span></p><h2 style="text-align: start"><strong>Anti-Entrapment Device Testing Frequency</strong></h2><p style="text-align: start">For a deep dive into SVRS testing guidelines, check out this <a target="_new" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.floridahealth.gov/environmental-health/swimming-pools/_documents/svrs-testingguide12-18-2017.pdf"><strong><u>SVRS Testing Guide</u></strong></a>.</p><h2 style="text-align: start"><strong>Conclusion</strong></h2><p style="text-align: start">If you've checked all these boxes, give yourself a pat on the back—your pool is looking super safe. If not, it's time to roll up those sleeves and get to work.</p><p style="text-align: start">🔗 For more insights, check out our <a target="_new" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://tenminutetraining.ezycourse.com/all-products"><strong><u>Ten Minute Training courses</u></strong></a>.</p>

Have You Recently Got a Health Dept Inspection About Your Main Drains?

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Have You Recently Got a Health Dept Inspection About Your Main Drains?

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