The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO<sup>®</sup>) is seeking applicants to serve as technical experts on Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code<sup>®</sup> (USPSHTC) task groups.
The USPSHTC Technical Committee is seeking special subject experts to join the following task groups:
1. Aquatic Recreational Attractions: The scope of this task group is to review and update current provisions for aquatic recreational attractions to improve requirements for design, materials, water quality, and methods of construction. Aquatic recreational attractions include, but are not limited to, float tanks, white water centers, spray ground, water park attractions, surf parks, artificial lagoons, water rides and attractions.
2. Water Chemistry and Disinfection: The scope of this task group is to review and update current water chemistry parameters for swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs, and to develop additional provisions for primary and secondary disinfection systems.
Task group members will participate via conference call or web meeting, provide their perspective on the code, and assist in drafting recommendations for action by the USPSHTC Technical Committee. Applicants are not required to be members of the USPSHTC Technical Committee.
Those interested in participating in the USPSHTC Task Groups can apply HERE.
The deadline to apply is October 22.
Interested individuals may also contact Enrique Gonzalez at (909) 230-5535 or by email at enrique.gonzalez@iapmo.org.
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