Model Aquatic Health Code

The Model Aquatic Health Code (MAHC) serves as a model and guide for local and state agencies needing to update or implement swimming pool and spa code, rules, regulations, guidance, law, or standards governing the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, and other treated or disinfected aquatic facilities.

Several states and municipalities have adopted codes for aquatic venues, but many are either out of date or fail to address health issues. The MAHC updates current aquatic codes to ensure they reflect the latest health standards and technologies.

As a voluntary program, the MAHC relies on state and local policy makers to adopt its provisions. Without state and local authorization, aquatic health agencies cannot provide outreach to the public and private sector nor can they enforce provisions that address the latest standards or technologies; rather they address past concerns which may or may not be relevant.

This session will explore efforts to encourage state and local policy makers to adopt the MAHC and update their aquatic codes to address health concerns.