Summit County Health District
1100 Graham Road Circle •  Stow, Ohio 44224 •  (330) 923-4891

 
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RECREATIONAL SANITATION INSPECTIONS
Bathing Beaches
Waters used for recreational purposes are subject to a variety of environmental influences which can affect the health and/or safety of individuals using those waters.

The goals of this program are to minimize safety hazards, reduce the potential for disease transmission and assure that public bathing beaches are operated and maintained in compliance with the applicable ordinances through inspection of facilities and education of operators.

Frequently Asked Questions on Beach Water Quality
American Red Cross - Water Safety Tips
Ohio Department of Health Bathing Beach Monitoring Program
U.S. E.P.A. Beach Watch Program
Environmental Health Code Chapter 1840 - Bathing Beaches
Single Sample Water Quality Testing Parameters
Water Quality Advisory Sign

Recreational Vehicle Parks and Camps
Improper placement of Recreational Vehicles and incorrect utility connections on those vehicles or inadequate environmental controls at these parks/camps can contribute to the spread of communicable diseases and/or cause injuries.

The goal of this program is to reduce the potential for the spread of communicable diseases and/or injuries and assure that recreational vehicle parks/camps are maintained in compliance with the applicable laws and rules through inspections of parks/camps and education of operators.

Environmental Health Code Chapter 1850 - Recreational Vehicle Parks
Ohio Administrative Code Chapter 3701-26 - Recreational Vehicle Park and Camp Rules


Resident and Day Camps
A camp, like a small community, having similar environmental concerns and safety problems needs to provide adequate services to reduce the spread of communicable diseases and/or to prevent injuries to users.

The goal of this program is to assure that camps are maintained in compliance with state and local regulations so that a safe, sanitary, and injury-free experience for campers is provided through inspections of camps and education of operators.

Environmental Health Code Chapter 1810 - Resident and Day Camps
Ohio Administrative Code Chapter 3701-25 - Resident and Day Camp Rules

 

Swimming Pools and Spas

Healthy Pools Mean Healthy Swimming
Chlorine Sanitizing
Recreational Water Illnesses
Vomit and Blood Contamination of Pool Water
Management of Fecal Accidents at Pools and Spas
Handout for Pool Patrons

First Aid Kit Contents
Preventing Child Drownings
Guidelines for Entrapment Hazards
Consumer Product Safety Alert: Entanglement and Entrapment
Safety Barrier Guidelines for Home Pools


Safe Chemical Practices at Pools and Spas

Weekly Pool/Spa Operation Report and Accident Report
Swimming Pool Equipment Replacement Notification Report

Environmental Health Code Chapter 1820 - Swimming Pools
Ohio Administrative Code Chapter 3701-31 - Swimming Pool, Spa and Special Use Pool Rules

Find a Certified Pool/Spa
Operators Course



National Swimming Pool Foundation

Ohio Aquatic Council

RESOURCES
Akron Area YMCA
American Red Cross
Chlorine Chemistry Council
National Swimming Pool Foundation
Ohio Aquatic Council
Ohio Department of Health Pool Program
United States Lifesaving Association

 

     
 
 
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