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This bill amends the Swimming Facility Act to define and regulate "cold spas," which are basins of water maintained between 40 and 92 degrees Fahrenheit. The bill establishes specific operational requirements for licensees offering cold spas, including that they must: operate as a physical fitness facility compliant with medical emergency preparedness standards, display prominent warning signs about cold spa risks, prohibit children under 14 from using the facility, have staff trained in recognizing hypothermia symptoms, keep a hypothermic thermometer on-site, provide non-slip surfaces around the spa, install a visible clock or timer, and ensure continuous water filtration or sanitization between uses. The legislation aims to provide a clear legal framework for cold spa operations while prioritizing user safety through comprehensive guidelines and medical precautions. The bill distinguishes between permanent cold spas and portable commercial units, establishing that the regulations apply to both, provided they meet the specified conditions.

Government Affairs, Health and Social Services

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=25&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104