2025 AOAP Annual Conference - MAHC Track

Conference Sessions

5th Edition MAHC Update
Presenter: Joe Laco, CDC 
Date: Feb. 3 
Time: 11:40 AM - 12:50 PM 
Gain insights into the latest MAHC updates from the CDC, highlighting advancements in aquatic health and safety. 

Developing Effective Public/Private Partnerships
Presenters: Kristie Riester & David Dyjack, CMAHC
Date: Feb. 3
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:10 PM
Learn strategies for fostering public and private sector partnerships to advance health and safety initiatives.

Learning and Improving from Lifeguard Audits
Presenter: Jonathan Nies, Counsilman-Hunsaker
Date: Feb. 3
Time: 3:30 PM - 4:40 PM
Explore methods to enhance safety and operational practices through regular lifeguard audits.

Cold Plunge Pool Safety
Presenter: Sarah Cheshire, Utah Department of Health and Human Services
Date: Feb. 4
Time: 9:15 AM - 10:25 AM
This session covers safety protocols and health benefits surrounding the increasing  cold plunge pools trend.

Energy Smart! Green Perspectives for Aquatics
Presenter: Scott Bowron, Clear Aquatics
Date: Feb. 4
Time: 10:45 AM - 11:55 AM
Discover how to make aquatic facilities energy-efficient and environmentally friendly.

Training and Development – Expert Panel Discussion
Panelists: Johnathan Nies, Tina Dittmar, Lindsay Mondick
Date: Feb. 4
Time: 1:15 PM - 2:25 PM
This expert panel dives into training methods to enhance skill-building for aquatic facility staff.

Outbreaks Associated with Splash Pads
Presenter: Hannah Lawinger, CDC
Date: Feb. 4
Time: 2:45 PM - 3:55 PM
Addressing health risks, this session focuses on outbreak prevention in splash pad environments.

Disinfection for Dummies: Understanding Pool Sanitization
Presenter: Dewey Case, CMAHC
Date: Feb. 4
Time: 4:15 PM - 5:25 PM
A session demystifying disinfection, perfect for operators wanting a deeper understanding of pool sanitization.

Longitudinal Study of Legionella in Residential Pools
Presenters: David Krause & Dewey Case, CDC
Date: Feb. 5
Time: 9:30 AM - 12:10 PM
An in-depth look at Legionella management in residential pools, backed by longitudinal research.

Modeling Urine Concentration in Pools
Presenter: Thomas Kuechler
Date: Feb. 5
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:10 PM
This unique session uses mathematical models to explore urine concentration and its impact on pool chemistry.

Fixing a Problem Pool: A Health Inspector’s Perspective
Presenters: Tom Fink & Ashley Ruminski, Cuyahoga County Board of Health
Date: Feb. 5
Time: 3:15 PM - 4:25 PM
Health inspectors share real-world strategies for diagnosing and addressing issues in problematic pools.

Heat Waves and Waves: Navigating Heat Stress in Aquatics
Presenter: Jonathan Nies, Counsilman-Hunsaker 
Date: Feb. 5 
Time: 4:45 PM - 5:55 PM 
Strategies for managing heat stress in aquatic facilities to ensure safe and comfortable environments. 

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