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Important Safety Message
Chemical Free Hot Tubs
There are a number of Hot Tub retailers who claim that their product requires no chemicals.
The HSE (Health & Safety Executive) and BISHTA (British Irish Spa & Hot Tub Association) confirm that an oxidizing sanitizer like chlorine must be used to a value of 2-5ppm to maintain safe water. Bathing in water that does not have a safe level of sanitizer may result in illness.
Supplementary Sanitizers
Ionizers, which utilise silver or copper to inhibit bacteria growth and ozone generators, which oxidise bacteria, are excellent secondary safety systems. On their own however they are insufficient to maintain safe clear water.
One Cup Sanitizing Solutions
There are a number of products that claim one cup per week will keep your water safe. Due to the complex nature of water and the varying use patterns of Hot Tub owners it is impossible that a one cup sanitizer can maintain its strength unchecked over a seven day period.
Modern Hot Tub Maintenance
Regardless of make HSE and BISHTA recommend the use of ionizers and ozone systems, which are backed up by an oxidising sanitizer, which is tested regularly.
Please do not be duped by spa retailers claiming "too good to be true" water care products as they do not meet HSE and BISHTA guidelines and far worse may put your family's health at risk. |