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Provide continuous and close supervision to swimmers.
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Tell children not to swallow the water.
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Do not allow anyone to enter swimming areas when ill with vomiting or diarrhea.
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Swimmers who are sick with diarrhea should wait at least 2 weeks after they have fully recovered before swimming in a public pool.
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Take kids who are swimming on bathroom breaks and check diapers every hour.
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Change diapers away from the water to help keep germs out of the water and wash your hands after.
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Encourage good personal hygiene such as washing hands after using the toilet or changing diapers.
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Encourage swimmers to rinse off before going in pools, splash pads, and hot tubs. A one-minute shower will remove most of the dirt, sweat, and oils on your body that use up the pool chemicals needed to kill germs.
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Use a waterproof bandage to completely cover any cuts or wounds.
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Make sure individuals stay out of the water if they have an open cut or wound and are unable to cover it.
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Encourage children not to share personal items like towels, razors, or other hygiene products.
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Check latest inspection results on the state or local health department website or on-site.
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Observe posted swimming advisories, and make sure individuals stay out of water that is foamy, smelly, or discolored.
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Provide only safe sources for drinking water, including during recreational activities. If water quality is uncertain, boil or chemically treat water before using it for drinking, rinsing uncooked foods, or brushing teeth.
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