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Hot tubs and pools provide a breeding ground for a number of bacteria that cause infection or disease. This includes the Legionella bacteria that cause Legionnaires’ Disease, which can be fatal.
Another disease-causing bacterium is Pseudomonas, which can cause a number of serious infections including skin rashes, eye and ear infections, and pneumonia. These bacteria can be easily controlled and removed by maintaining the disinfectant level of the water.
Yes, infected hot tubs and pools cause illnesses. Get a cleaning guidance document and also learn about Disinfecting your hot tub or pool water.
View for a full guide on measuring water quality, as well as the different types of Chlorine to the process of Getting rid of excess chlorine.
Get a Council Hot tub and pool cleaning guidance /guideline to avoid stagnant water in the plumbing lines from growing bacteria or fungus.