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Florida Swimming Pool Association (FSPA) Scores $20 Million Industry Win with Florida Department of Health

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(SARASOTA, Fla.) – This week, work on behalf of the Florida Swimming Pool Association (FSPA)’s Government Affairs department was recognized in a major motion by the Florida Department of Health (DOH), resulting in an approximate $20 million savings for the state’s pool and spa industry.

On January 8, 2024, the DOH announced that it is suspending the implementation of new rules that would have required all public pools and spas to keep full spectrum NSF 50 Level 1 Certified pool and spa test kits on site. The initial Level 1 test kit rule was originally made by the DOH during an update of operational requirements for public pools and spas within Florida Administrative Code 64E-9.

FSPA’s Government Affairs department, led by Dallas Thiesen, Senior Director of Government Affairs, engaged with top staff in both the DOH and the Governor’s Office to raise the Florida pool and spa industries’ issues with this rule change. As a result of FSPA’s efforts, the DOH has not only suspended implementation of the Level 1 test kit requirement, but they will also be re-opening rulemaking to address FSPA’s concerns with the rule and other parts of 64E-9.
“Halting implementation of this rule and revisiting rulemaking is a big win for the pool and spa industry in Florida,” said Thiesen. “The way the rule was written made compliance impossible and attempts to comply were financially burdensome. FSPA is looking forward to working with the DOH to address this right away.”

The original Level 1 test kit rule, which had been in effect since July 11, 2023, and scheduled for full implantation in 2024, would have required all chemicals and measurements taken when testing the water quality of pools and spas be done to NSF 50 Level 1 accuracy.

This requirement presented several problems for the pool and spa industry, including:

  • Lack of currently available test kits capable of reading all pool chemicals and measurements to an NSF 50 Level 1 accuracy.
  • Any test kits that would come close to being complaint with the proposed rule have an exorbitant cost of between $850 – $1300 per test kit.

Full implementation of this rule would have resulted in erroneous pool and spa closures and would have cost Florida public pool operators over $20 million to attempt to comply with this rule.

Representatives from FSPA are available for interviews upon request. Please contact Alyssa Holcomb, PR and Digital Media Specialist, to schedule an interview or with any questions by e-mailing [email protected].

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Marianne Trusty is a Press Correspondent for the pool & spa industry. A published author and social media influencer reaching over 20 million people around the world each day. Contact Marianne about publishing op-editorials, breaking pool news and press releases at [email protected].

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AquatiCare™: Proactive Pool Maintenance You Can Count On

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AquatiCare™ is Landmark Aquatic’s newly enhanced preventative-maintenance program, built to keep your water safe, your systems reliable, and your downtime low. Customized service plans align with each facility’s unique needs, covering equipment inspections, routine maintenance, and precise chemical care. Water is your business; staying on top of it is ours. We get ahead of issues before they surface, so your water is ready for anyone, anytime.

With AquatiCare™ facilities get technicians that are factory trained, Certified Pool Operators (CPOs) that also receive continuous, certified training so technicians stay current on industry standards, safety protocols, and the latest technological advancements. AquatiCare™ also offers in-depth maintenance of chemical, deck and mechanical items to help extends equipment life, optimize water consumption, and create a more sustainable operation. AquatiCare™ packages are fully customizable, with maintenance visits scheduled to align with a facility’s specific needs.

Landmark Aquatic is a premier provider of commercial aquatic facility design, construction, and maintenance, with more than six decades of industry leadership. Serving clients nationwide, Landmark delivers construction-led solutions supported by its CPO-certified AquatiCare maintenance team, ensuring excellence “for the life of your pool.” Committed to the full lifecycle of every facility, Landmark prioritizes long-term partnerships while adapting to client needs through exceptional service, operational excellence, and forward-thinking solutions.

For more about Landmark Aquatic visit www.landmarkaquatic.com

More information contact:

[email protected]

1-888-871-2887

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RB Retail & Service Solutions adds DocuSign to Software

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RB Retail & Service Solutions now offers DocuSign as an integrated feature in their pool and spa industry business software. This electronic signature and agreement platform lets you send, sign, and manage documents securely online, instead of using paper contracts. Integrated directly within the RB system so staff can work with contracts and request signatures without exiting the POS software. Allows users to send contracts (e.g., sales agreements, financing forms, service waivers), track status, send reminders and easily pull signed contracts attached directly to the customer. Provides security and compliance with encrypted documents and detailed audit trail.

RB Retail & Service Solutions provides point of sale and business management solutions for pool & spa and chimney & hearth retailers. The software was specifically designed with those industries in mind, taking into consideration the features that would be of most importance to those business owners. RB is a highly experienced and trusted authority in the industry and its software boosts profitability, competitiveness, work/life balance of owners and employees, efficiency, and the ability to make more informed, data-driven decisions about their business.

RB Retail & Service Solutions software was created over 20 years ago by a pool and spa professional to handle the diversity and complexity of the pool and spa retail, service, and construction business. Our software is continually enhanced, and further developed with suggestions and input from hundreds of pool and spa dealers throughout the United States and Canada. Call to schedule a demo.

To learn more or to schedule an online demo, call or visit their website:

(866) 933-9099

Monroeville, PA

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BSquared offers New Free Standing Sunledge

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BSquared Pools offers a new freestanding sunledge that can be added to any outdoor living space! The new Free Standing Sunledge is a patent-pending product that gives consumers the benefits of a sunledge without the need for having a pool! Manufactured from the same pool-strength polypropylene panels used in its pool kits, this ‘plug-n-play’ solution can be used independent-of or in-combination-with a pool. Interior measures 72” x 82” with 235 gallons of water. Gentle overflow waterfall. Accommodates various pool loungers. Made in USA.

www.BSquaredPools.com

419-708-9631

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