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Spa pools

Spa pools are known by a variety of names including as hot tubs, whirlpool spa and whirlpools. They are recognised source of Legionnaires' disease and are subject to health and safety laws requiring managers, designers, manufacturers and installers to ensure spa pools remain safe.

HSE and the Health Protection Agency have published guidance on. Management of Spa Pools - Controlling the Risks of Infection. It is aimed at all dutyholders and explains how to manage and control the risk from legionella in spa pools.

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Updated 2012-12-06