EHS Spotlight: Pool Code Webinar and Modules for Comment; Drought Guidance

EHS Spotlight: Pool Code Webinar and Modules for Comment; Drought Guidance

New EHS Spotlight Features:

Free Model Pool Code Webinar;

Three Pool Code Modules for Comment;

Public Health and Drought

Free August 16 Webinar on the Model Pool Code - Participate in a free webinar on preventing drowning, injuries, and the spread of recreational water illnesses through the Model Aquatic Health Code:

August 16, 2012, 1:00-2:00 p.m. (ET).

This webinar is hosted by the Network for Public Health Law and features presentations from CDC and the National Conference for State Legislatures. Register before August 14! Visit http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/swimming/pools/mahc/news.html#july_23 for more information.

Model Pool Code Modules for Comment – These draft modules are part of the Model Aquatic Health Code now under development. Three modules are open for public comment until October 14, 2012:

• Contamination Burden.
• Facility Design and Construction.
• Lifeguarding and Bather Supervision.

Each newly posted module has a short synopsis or abstract highlighting the most critical recommendations.

When Every Drop Counts: Protecting Public Health During Drought Conditions—A Guide for Public Health Professionals – This document includes information about how drought affects public health, recommends steps to help mitigate the health effects of drought, identifies future needs for research and other drought-related activities, and provides a list of helpful resources and tools.