June 2021
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The Executive Commissioner of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), on behalf of the Department of State Health Services, adopted changes to the Texas Pool Code under Title 25, Part 1, Chapter 265, Subchapter that went into effect on January 1, 2021.
The code helps to ensure safety and sanitation for public swimming pools and spas in Texas. Several changes specific to NSF or NSF public health standards include:
The adoption of these changes in the Texas Pool Code demonstrate the Department of State Health Services’ commitment to recognizing the important role certification and certified products play in protecting human health.
The two main public health standards for pools are NSF/ANSI/CAN 50 and 60.
NSF/ANSI/CAN 50: Equipment for Pools, Spas, Hot Tubs and Other Recreational Water Facilities defines performance validation, operational safety and testing criteria for pool and spa products. Product certification to this standard is required by the Model Aquatic Health Code and most U.S. state and local pool codes.
Water treatment chemical products used in pools in North America are required to comply with NSF/ANSI/CAN 60: Drinking Water Treatment Chemicals - Health Effects.
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