What is this BS EN 16582-2 - Swimming pool safety about?
For water sports to remain fun for everyone involved, safety is a top priority.
BS EN 16582-2 discusses domestic swimming pools with a focus on specific requirements including safety and test methods for inground pools. BS EN 16582-2 is the second part of the multi-series on domestic swimming pools. specifies the specific safety and quality requirements and test methods for domestic partially or fully inground swimming pools in addition to the general requirements of EN 16582-1 and shall be read in conjunction with it. The requirements of this specific standard take priority over those in EN 16582-1. These requirements and test methods are only applicable to partially or fully inground pool structures, including their means of access.
BS EN 16582-2 applies to pools with a minimum water depth of more than 400 mm.
Note: BS EN 16582-2 does not apply to:
- Pools of public use covered by EN 15288-1
- Paddling pools according to EN 71-8
- Domestic or public use spas
Who is BS EN 16582-2 - Swimming pool safety for?
BS EN 16582-2 on swimming pool safety is useful for:
- Contractors / builders / architects / engineers involved in designing and constructing swimming pools
- Installers of aboveground swimming pools
- Manufacturers and suppliers of swimming pool components
- Swimming pool maintenance personnel
Why should you use BS EN 16582‑2 - Swimming pool safety?
Private swimming pools may sound like fun, but if constructed or installed improperly; could become safety hazards.
BS EN 16582-2 provides guidelines for swimming pool safety and performance requirements, safe construction and installation, safe use.
BS EN 16582-2 also provides you with an instruction manual for possible emergency situations that might arise in or around swimming pools. Adhering to these instructions can prove life-saving in emergency cases. BS EN 16582-2 guidelines help you to build a swimming pool that is safe and easily accessible for adults and children as well.
