Swimming Pool Water Quality: A Case Study for Chlorine Alternative Swimming Pool

Abstract

Public swimming pool users are susceptible to infection by various disease-causing organisms. The most popular pool disinfection is the element chlorine, in the form of a chemical compound such as calcium hypochlorite (a solid) or sodium hypochlorite (a liquid). Chlorine however can accumulate in chlorine swimming pool water. There are several risks of health disorders that can arise from exposure including skin irritation, eye irritation, and respiratory disorders. Ultra-violet (UV) is considered some of the best technology on the market today for disinfecting swimming pools. This study aims to (1) compare the water quality of public swimming pools (chlorine) and Chlorine Alternative Swimming Pool (UV light plus organic Filter), (2) test the swimming pool water quality parameters, which are the (i) chlorine residue, (ii) turbidity, (iii) pH, (iv) temperature and (v) E-coli, and finally (3) to evaluate and analyse the water quality of chlorine alternative swimming pool. All parameters and standard values are subject to the latest Swimming Pool Water Quality Monitoring Guidelines issued by the Ministry of Health Malaysia. Based on the finding of the 5 parameters testing results, the water quality for the Theme Park1, Theme Park2 and the Chlorine Alternative Swimming Pool (CASP) (UV light plus Organic Filter) is in complying with the Water Quality Standard for the swimming pool issued by the Ministry of Health Malaysia. Further investigation is needed to ensure that CASP is sustainable and cost-effective before it could be implemented.