HOT TUBS

Associations may adopt rules prohibiting young children from using the association's hot tub/spa. Even though discriminatory, there is a valid health reason for the restriction. A spa's high temperatures are known to have adverse health affects on infants and toddlers.

Infants and young children are more susceptible to over-heating than adults should not be exposed to the high temperatures of a spa. Spa manufacturers will frequently provide an age limit restriction and temperature ranges in their literature. If boards adopt restrictions per the manufacturer's guidelines, they can defend against complaints of discrimination.

Generally, children 5 years old and under should not be allowed to use a whirlpool/hot tub/spa, even with adult supervision. Children between the ages of 6 and 12 years should always have an adult with them when using the facilities. Older children using hot tubs should not soak for longer than 5 to 10 minutes at a time. Long exposures to hot temperature can lead to dehydration, dizziness and nausea.

Board should also have their spas inspected for proper safety equipment.

Updated by ADAMS KESSLER 8/9/2008