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Safety First! Do's and Don'ts for Pool and Spa Chemical Use

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Stop! Use safe chemical practices at pools and spas.
Do read the product label. read the product label and follow all directions Do not dispose of spilled material or unused product in the TRASH or SEWER (use or dispose per label directions) mix different chemicals or other treatment products prior to adding to pool/ spa water
Do read the product label. maintain good housekeeping practices Do not dispose of spilled material or unused product in the TRASH or SEWER (use or dispose per label directions) dispose of chemical product container without washing & drying completely
Do read the product label. store chemicals in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place Do not dispose of spilled material or unused product in the TRASH or SEWER (use or dispose per label directions) use dry chemical fire extinguishers (use water only!)
Do read the product label. wear appropriate personal protective equipment as listed on label Do not dispose of spilled material or unused product in the TRASH or SEWER (use or dispose per label directions) dispose of spilled material or unused product in the TRASH or SEWER (use or dispose per label directions)*
Do read the product label. use up all product before disposal of container Do not dispose of spilled material or unused product in the TRASH or SEWER (use or dispose per label directions) store liquid materials above solid materials
Do read the product label. notify supervisor in case of an emergency situation Do not dispose of spilled material or unused product in the TRASH or SEWER (use or dispose per label directions) allow product to contact oil, grease, acid or organic material
Do read the product label. keep spilled materials isolated, follow label directions for clean-up and disposal Do not dispose of spilled material or unused product in the TRASH or SEWER (use or dispose per label directions) smoke where pool chemicals are stored or used
Do read the product label. keep containers covered to protect chemical products from moisture and other contaminants Do not dispose of spilled material or unused product in the TRASH or SEWER (use or dispose per label directions) use floor sweeping compounds when cleaning up pool chemicals
Do read the product label. add each pool and spa chemical separately Do not dispose of spilled material or unused product in the TRASH or SEWER (use or dispose per label directions) DO NOT put spilled materials back in the original container
Do read the product label. have an emergency plan and conduct regular drills    


 
*For disposal information, contact your local solid waste, health, or environmental agency.

 
Responsible Care, Chlorine Chemistry Council, Public Health Advisory Board© Chlorine Chemistry Council (May 2005)

The Chlorine Chemistry Council, the Water Quality & Health Council, the National Consumers League and the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals make no warranty or representation, either expressed or implied, regarding the accuracy or completeness of the information provided by this poster; nor do these organizations assume any liability of any kind whatsoever related to, or resulting from, any use of or reliance on that information.

 
 
 

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