Important things to know
Safety First: We strongly emphasise safety throughout.
Bathing Time: There should be 15 minutes of soaks only before taking a break because of overheating.
Hydration: It is recommended that guests drink non-alcoholic drinks to stay hydrated.
Children: The children should be watched at all times and, ideally, it should be prevented for children under four from using the hot tub.
Capacity: Avoid overcrowding. “Too many people in a hot tub (more than one person per seat or lounger) can be dangerous and cause a problem with water quality management.” For bigger parties, the hot tub could be used in shifts.
Water Quality: Water clarity should be checked regularly and sanitiser and pH levels should be tested, especially after each shift of guests.
No Jumping or Diving: “Never jump into a hot tub, as some semi-rigid spas have internal seats and protruding filters and are usually very shallow.”
Toys: No toys should be allowed and especially not toys that sink. If toys are used, make sure they float and they should be removed from the hot tub when it is not in use because this can attract unsupervised children.
Secure the Lid: The hot tub lid must always be replaced and locked when it is not in use.
Foot Hygiene: A system should be in place where guests can clean their feet before entering the hot tub to reduce the amount of debris.
Preparation is Key: The factsheet stresses that the hot tub must be prepared and that the guests must be informed of what to expect:
Cleaning and Balancing: The hot tub should be cleaned and the water balanced a couple of days before the party.
Equipment Check: Ensure that the hot tub and all associated equipment are in good working order.
Guest Guidelines: Ask guests to shower before coming in (to prevent them from contaminating the water with lotions, makeup, etc.) and that the temperature should not exceed 40ºC.
Creating a Festive Atmosphere: Some of the ideas we have for making the hot tub party more exciting are:
Themes: It would be helpful to have themes that are related to the celebrations, the seasons or fun ideas for decoration and activity.
Lighting and Music: It would be possible to make use of built-in features or add waterproof lights and music systems to enhance the atmosphere. “If the hot tub is to be used at night, always use the underwater lights so that bathers can see their safe entry point into and out of the water and ensure the access route(s) between the house and the hot tub are clearly lit as well.”
Comfort Items: We would also provide robes, towels and sliders for the guests to ensure their comfort and safety.
Responsible Water Disposal: The factsheet provides information on how to drain the hot tub water:
Plant Safety: It is important to note that chemically treated water can be harmful to plants, especially chlorine. The water should be left to cool overnight to reduce chlorine levels before it can be used for watering.
Drainage: The water should be disposed of through the main drain if possible. If it is not possible to drain the water through the main drain, it should be spread out in the garden to avoid puddling.