Pools/Spas
Private homes with hot tubs are maintained by a local professional pool and spa company. Tubs are checked, tested and serviced between all stays. On mountain condominium complexes offering pools, hot tubs, and saunas are tested and maintained by professionals hired by the associations. Each association has specific pool and spa hours and rules. Associations control any closures, no refunds or discounts will be given for closures. Guests should familiarize themselves with the rules for pool, hot tub, and sauna use. GUESTS USE POOLS, HOT TUBS AND SAUNAS AT THEIR OWN RISK.
RULES FOR USE OF HOT TUB
Soaking in a spa or hot tub is relaxing, warm and wonderful. The hot water soothes your body and rejuvenates your spirits. But that same hot water holds some potential dangers.
You have the bottom line responsibility when using the hot tub for you and your guests.
Follow directions for sanitation after the last use each night
Persons with heart disease, diabetes, high or low blood pressure or any serious illness, and pregnant women-indeed persons with any doubt-should not enter a spa or hot tub with out prior consultation with their doctor.
Never use hot tub if you have a wound, blister, sore, or infection.
People with skin, ear, genital or other body infections, open sores or wounds should not use the spa or hot tub because of the possibility of spreading infection.
BE AWARE you don’t always know when you have one of the above. There is always a risk of rash or infection anytime you make the choice to use a hot tub. If any rash or symptom appears you should consult a medical professional immediately.
Shower with soap and water before and after using the spa or hot tub. Showering before use washes away many of the common skin bacteria, and removes lotions, deodorants, creams, etc. Perspiration and lotions will reduce the effectiveness of the disinfectant and lesson the ability of the filter to work efficiently.
High water temperatures can elevate your body temperature of your internal organs beyond safe limits. (It's almost like having a fever.) It is recommended that maximum water temperature never exceed 104 degrees Fahrenheit (40 degrees Celsius).
Soaking too long makes some people nauseous, dizzy, lightheaded or faint.
Don't soak for more than 15 minutes at one sitting
Never use a spa or hot tub while or after using alcohol.
Alcohol consumption and spa and hot tub activities do not mix. Alcohol acts as a depressant. It can "slow you down" because it affects the part of the brain, which exercises restraint and control. Alcohol can instill false courage or "bravado," leading people to try things they normally would not. Therefore, persons who have been drinking alcohol should not be allowed in the spa or hot tub, and should be carefully supervised in the surrounding area.
Prescription medications sometimes cause drowsiness or have other side effects. If you are taking prescription medicine, check with your doctor before using the spa or hot tub.
Never allow anyone who has been drinking alcohol or using drugs to go into the spa or hot tub.
Never allow children to use the spa or hot tub unsupervised.
Children enjoy playing in water and may not understand the risk involved in too much exposure. Discretion is advised in allowing children to use spas and hot tubs at all, since their young bodies may not adjust well to the high temperatures. If in doubt, check with your doctor.
If young children will be using your spa or hot tub, explain to them that they cannot under any circumstances dive or jump into it. While a spa or hot tub may seem large and deep to a child, it is not designed for jumping, diving or underwater swimming.
Use good judgment to Spa Drowning Prevention Tips
Children are naturally attracted to spas and hot tubs. To prevent drowning and other serious injuries, you must keep children away from spas and hot tubs in the absence of adequate supervision. Here are some safety tips that can help save young lives.
Never leave a child alone out of eye contact supervision in or near the spa or hot tub - not even for a second.
Make certain that all doors leading from the house to the spa or hot tub area are kept shut and latched. Make sure any latches or doorknobs are above the reach of toddlers to protect against unauthorized entry and use. Limit access to the spa or hot tub by locking doors or gates whenever soaking cannot be supervised.