- Avoid direct contact with chlorine, as it will irritate your eyes and skin. If contact is made, wash quickly.
- Chlorine should always be stored in a cool, dry place. Keep it out of sunlight and out of the reach of children.
- Some other pool chemicals, such as those used to control pH, CAN BE DANGEROUS. Avoid contact.
- Read all pool chemical labels carefully. They should be strictly followed.
- Dispose of empty containers immediately. They should not remain in the storage area.
- Wash spills thoroughly with water. Do not pour spillage into containers, including the chemical’s original container.
- Before adding a chemical to a chlorine feeder, confirm it is the right kind. A possible explosion can result if the wrong chemical is added to an enclosed feeder.
- Store pool chemicals in a cool, dry and ventilated place.
- In event of fire, do not use a dry chemical fire extinguisher.
- Do not allow moisture to enter dry pool chemical containers. Containers can off gas or force the lid off violently.
- Pool chemicals should not be mixed together. Add them to your pool one at a time.
- Add measured pool chemicals directly into pool. Do not mix in a pail or other container.
- Do not store liquid pool chemicals over dry chlorinating products. If using shelves, put liquids on the lowest shelf.
- Chlorine products should be stored separately from acid products, such as those used to control pH.
- Only use plastic, glass or enamel measuring cups. They must be clean and dry before use.
- Automatic chlorinators should only be installed in vented rooms.
- Chlorine compounds are oxidizing agents, meaning they can cause a fire or an explosion if they come into contact with organic compounds. Household containers, paint materials, oil and grease are examples of organic compounds to keep away from pool chemicals.
- Keep pool chemical containers closed when not in use.
