Swimming pool complexes to open from April 1 for new swimming season

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Swimming pool complexes to open from April 1 for new swimming season

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——————————-     To maintain the hygiene of public swimming pools, each pool will be closed for thorough cleaning once a week, in addition to the regular daily cleaning. The thorough cleaning will be conducted on a designated weekday (Monday to Friday) from 10am to the end of the second session. If the designated day falls on a public holiday, the cleaning will be rescheduled to another weekday in the same week.

     Individual swimming pools to be temporarily closed in specified periods in 2025 for maintenance works are set out in the Annex.(a) Swimmers should shower before entering the pool deck;
(b) Swimmers should walk through the shower bath and footbath;
(c) Swimmers should not go swimming if they feel unwell and should seek medical consultation early;
(d) Swimmers are advised to use the toilet before swimming and should NOT urinate or defecate in the pools. They should leave the water immediately and use the toilet if they have to vomit; and
(e) Parents should teach their children about the importance of maintaining personal and public hygiene.Issued at HKT 14:30

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