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Summer AQ: Coming to a Small Screen Near You!
Check your e-mail for the digital Summer issue of AQ!
Support for safety
APSP supports the enforcement of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act at the state level and urges each state to adopt laws that allow all the safety options outlined in the VGB safety act. The VGB safety act was enacted with the support of the APSP and is consistent with the ANSI/APSP-7 Entrapment Avoidance Standard. This standard, which represents the most comprehensive approach to entrapment avoidance, was adopted into the 2009 International Residential Code and International Building Code, and by several states. As pool season is well under way, we want to underscore how important it is for all public pools to be brought into compliance with the VGB act. All states should enforce the VGB act and adopt necessary safety measures that permit all of the options in the VGB act, without delay. We stand ready to help states, pool operators, and our members understand and comply with the VGB act. For information on the VGB, the ANSI/APSP-7 Standard and the IRC and IBC building codes, visit the Government Relations section of APSP.org.
Link your name with consumer safety
APSP has all the tools you'll need to promote safety to your customers. Choose from a variety of convenient safety packages with added savings, or choose brochures and merchandise a la carte to meet your specific needs. From entrapment avoidance to emergency procedures to pool-chemical safety, the information you provide your customers will help keep them safe and let them know that safety is your No. 1 priority. Order your safety kit today!
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Call for Entries and Nominations
Entries for the International Awards of Excellence and nominations for the CBP Builder of the Year are now open.
The City of Plano, Texas, Health Department is the 2009 Neil Lowry Memorial Award winner.
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CPSC May 2009 Safety Review Focuses on Tips for Drowning Prevention
Las Vegas Sun article quotes APSP on ways to go green and have an environmentally friendly pool, spa, hot tub. More.
APSP Products, Publications
*AQ Magazine, Spring 2009 digital edition.
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* APSP Industry Promotion Delivers Good News
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Important Links
Recent APSP.org News
Int’l Pool | Spa | Patio Expo November 16-18, 2009 Las Vegas
National Water Safety Month
Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act
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| About APSP |
The Association of Pool & Spa Professionals (APSP) is the world's largest international trade association representing the swimming pool, spa and hot tub industry. APSP’s mission is to promote consumer safety and enhance the business success of its members. Members adhere to a code of business ethics and share a commitment to public health and safety in the use of pools, spas and hot tubs. APSP member companies include manufacturers, distributors, manufacturers' agents, designers, builders, installers, retailers, and service professionals. Please browse through the website to see our full range of services, resources, and professional development opportunities.
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