AS 2610.1-1983

1 - AS 2610, Part 1-1983 SPA POOLS - PUBLIC SPAS
4 - PREFACE
5 - CONTENTS
6 - SECTION 1. SCOPE AND GENERAL
6 - 1.1 SCOPE.
6 - 1.2 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS.
6 - 1.3 DEFINITIONS.
6 - 1.3.1 Abrasion hazard
6 - 1.3.2 Air injection system
6 - 1.3.3 Backwash
6 - 1.3.4 Breakpoint chlorination
6 - 1.3.5 Capacity
6 - 1.3.6 Casual contact
6 - 1.3.7 Cutting hazard
6 - 1.3.8 Floor
6 - 1.3.9 Inlets
6 - 1.3.10 Jet inlet fittings
6 - 1.3.11 Ladder
6 - 1.3.12 Lining
6 - 1.3.13 Outlets
6 - 1.3.14 Surface skimming system
6 - 1.3.15 Pinching hazard
6 - 1.3.16 Public spa
6 - 1.3.17 Puncture hazard
6 - 1.3.18 Niche steps
6 - 1.3.19 Spa
7 - 1.3.20 Steps
7 - 1.3.21 Steps, recessed
7 - 1.3.22 Turbidity
7 - 1.3.23 Turnover
7 - 1.3.24 Walkways
7 - 1.3.25 Walls
8 - SECTION 2. REQUIREMENTS
8 - 2.1 LOCATION OF PUBLIC SPAS.
8 - 2.1.1 General.
8 - 2.1.2 Indoor Ventilation.
8 - 2.1.3 Electrical Safety.
8 - 2.2 MATERIALS.
8 - 2.2.1 General.
8 - 2.2.2 Effects of Environment.
8 - 2.2.3 Toxicity and Compatibility.
8 - 2.3 STRUCTURAL DESIGN.
8 - 2.3.1 Installation.
8 - 2.3.2 Construction.
8 - 2.4 DIMENSIONAL DESIGN.
8 - 2.4.1 Water Depth.
8 - 2.4.2 Seats.
8 - 2.4.3 Handholds.
8 - 2.4.4 Floor Slope.
8 - 2.5 MEANS OF EXIT AND ENTRY.
8 - 2.5.1 Provision of Steps, Ladders or Recessed Steps
8 - 2.5.2 Location.
8 - 2.5.3 Steps.
8 - 2.5.4 Ladders.
9 - 2.5.5 Niche Steps.
9 - 2.6 WALKWAYS FOR SPAS.
9 - 2.6.1 Provision of Walkways.
9 - 2.6.2 Surfaces and Slope.
9 - 2.6.3 Walkway Steps.
9 - 2.6.4 Drainage of Walkways.
9 - 2.7 HEATER AND TEMPERATURE REQUIRE-MENTS.
9 - 2.7.1 Heater.
9 - 2.7.2 Water Temperature.
9 - 2.8 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION.
9 - 2.9 WATER SUPPLY.
9 - 2.9.1 Re-filling Devices.
9 - 2.9.2 Water Type.
9 - 2.10 INLETS, OUTLETS AND PIPING.
9 - 2.10.1 General.
9 - 2.10.2 Outlets.
9 - 2.10.3 Outlet Covers.
10 - 2.10.4 Water Velocities.
10 - 2.10.5 Force of Jets.
10 - 2.10.6 Piping.
10 - 2.11 CIRCULATION SYSTEMS.
10 - 2.12 SURFACE SKIMMING SYSTEMS.
10 - 2.13 FILTERS.
10 - 2.13.1 General.
10 - 2.13.2 Release of Air.
10 - 2.13.3 Filter Piping.
10 - 2.14 PUMPS AND STRAINERS.
10 - 2.14.1 General.
10 - 2.14.2 Size and Type of Pumps.
10 - 2.14.3 Motors.
11 - 2.14.4 Overload Protection.
11 - 2.14.5 Strainers.
11 - 2.15 VALVES.
11 - 2.15.1 Isolation Valves.
11 - 2.15.2 Location of Valves.
11 - 2.16 AIR INJECTION SYSTEMS.
11 - 2.16.1 Air Intake.
11 - 2.16.2 Electrical Safety.
11 - 2.17. DISINFECTANT ANDCHEMICALTREATMENT.
11 - 2.17.1 Means of Disinfecting.
11 - 2.17.2 Disinfecting Substances.
11 - 2.17.3 Testing Kits.
11 - 2.18 WASTE WATER DISPOSAL.
11 - 2.18.1 General.
11 - 2.18.2 Drainage.
11 - 2.19 SAFETY.
11 - 2.19.1 Depth Markings.
11 - 2.19.2 Points of Entry and Exit.
11 - 2.19.3 Surfaces, Edges and Protrusions.
11 - 2.19.4 Fencing.
11 - 2.19.5 Safety Notices.
12 - APPENDIX A - CHEMICAL OPERATIONAL PARAMETERS
14 - APPENDIX B - SPA HEATER SIZING FOR OUTDOOR INSTALLATIONS
15 - APPENDIX C - WALKWAY SLOPE RECOMMENDATIONS
16 - APPENDIX D - RECOMMENDED PROCEDURES FOR OPERATORS OF PUBLIC SPA POOLS

Specifies requirements for design, construction and operation of public spa pools based on safety and health considerations. Appendices include chemical operational parameters, spa heater sizing for outdoor installations, walkway slope recommendations and recommended procedures for operators of public spas.

This standard specifies requirements for the design, construction and operation of public spa pools intended for recreational use, as defined in Clause 1.3, that are either separately installed or form part of a swimming pool installation. It is not applicable to spas with a capacity of less than 680 L, commonly known as 'spa baths', or to spa pools that are used under the direction of medical personnel, such as hydrotherapy pools.

Under revision.
See DR 92027