Use Safe Chemical Practices at Pools and Spas

	read the product label
	maintain good housekeeping practices
	store chemicals in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place
	wear appropriate personal protective equipment as listed on label
	use up all product before disposal of container
	notify supervisor in case of an emergency situation
	keep spilled materials isolated, follow label directions for clean-up and disposal
	keep chemical product containers covered and protected from contamination
	add each pool and spa chemical separately
	have an emergency plan and conduct regular drills

	dispose of spilled material or unused product in the TRASH or SEWER (use or dispose per label directions)*
	store liquid materials above solid materials
	allow product to contact oil, grease, acid or organic material
	smoke where pool chemicals are stored or used
	use floor sweeping compounds when cleaning up pool chemicals
	put spilled materials back in the original container
	use dry chemical fire extinguishers (use water only!)
	mix with any other chemicals, materials, or pool/spa products
	dispose of chemical product container without washing & drying completely

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

 
© American Chemistry Council (March 2000)

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