Model Aquatic Health Code (MAHC) Announcements
This page posts all MAHC announcements, organized by date. The most recent announcements are at the top.
All Model Aquatic Health Code (MAHC) Technical Committees have been established. However, those interested in the MAHC project can still provide input into the process by commenting on the draft MAHC Modules that will be posted on this website as they are completed. We welcome all comments and suggestions.
February 28, 2012
Thank you for your interest in the Model Aquatic Health Code (MAHC), a collaborative effort of public health, academia, and industry working to protect individuals, families, and communities from preventable waterborne diseases and injuries through evidence-based guidance. Read below for the latest information.
New
The Disinfection and Water Quality Module is open for public comment through April 27, 2012.
http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/swimming/pools/mahc/structure-content/#table
Reminder
Each newly posted module has a short synopsis or abstract highlighting the most critical recommendations. http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/swimming/pools/mahc/structure-content/abstracts.html
December 7, 2011
New
The Regulatory Program Administration Module is open for public comment through February 5, 2011.
http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/swimming/pools/mahc/structure-content/#table
Reminder
Each newly posted MAHC module also has a short synopsis or abstract highlighting the most critical recommendations. This information is available at: http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/swimming/pools/mahc/structure-content/abstracts.html
November 16, 2011
Thank you for your interest in the Model Aquatic Health Code (MAHC), a collaborative effort of public health, academia, and industry working to protect individuals, families, and communities from preventable waterborne diseases and injuries through evidence-based guidance.
Read below for the latest information, reminders, and upcoming news.
New
Find out the latest update on progress with the MAHC by watching a 1-hour presentation by Doug Sackett, Director of the Model Aquatic Health Code (MAHC), which was presented at the World Aquatic Health™ Conference in Seattle on October 14, 2011. Watch this presentation (courtesy of the National Swimming Pool Foundation) and others for free by going to the new MAHC Presentation and Webinars page at http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/swimming/pools/mahc/presentations.html.
The Preface, User Guide, and Glossary have been revised following their first 60-day public comment period. They are now posted for viewing, not public comment, on the MAHC website at http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/swimming/pools/mahc/structure-content/#status.
Reminder
The public comment period for the MAHC Risk Management/Safety Module closes this Friday, November 18, at midnight EST. Get your comments in now so you can influence the revision of this important module. The module can be found on the MAHC website at http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/swimming/pools/mahc/structure-content/#status.
Upcoming
The Regulatory Program Administration Module is now in CDC clearance. We anticipate that it will be ready to be posted for public comment in the next month.
October 31, 2011
The following technical modules are now available for public comment:
- The Facility Maintenance and Operation Module is open for public comment through December 29, 2011. http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/swimming/pools/mahc/structure-content/#table
- The Hygiene Facilities Module is open for public comment through December 29, 2011. http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/swimming/pools/mahc/structure-content/#table
- The Preface, User Guide, and Glossary have been revised following the first 60-day public comment period. They are currently in CDC clearance and are expected to be posted for viewing, not public comment, within the next month.
- The Regulatory Program Administration Module is in final editing by the MAHC Editor and is expected to go into CDC clearance in the next several weeks.
Each newly posted MAHC module also has a short synopsis or abstract highlighting the most critical recommendations. This information is available at: http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/swimming/pools/mahc/structure-content/abstracts.html
September 16, 2011
The following technical modules are now available for public comment:
- The Risk Management/Safety Module is open for public comment through November 18, 2011. http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/swimming/pools/mahc/structure-content/#table
- The Facility Maintenance and Operation Module and the Hygiene Module are in final CDC clearance so should be posted for public comment within the next several weeks.
Each newly posted MAHC module also has a short synopsis or abstract highlighting the most critical recommendations. This information is available at: http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/swimming/pools/mahc/structure-content/abstracts.html
April 13, 2011
The following technical modules are now available for public comment:
- The Ventilation Module is open for public comment through June 12, 2011. http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/swimming/pools/mahc/structure-content/#table
- The Operator Training Module has been re-posted after addressing the first round of public comments. It will be open again for public comment when the complete MAHC is posted and is made available now as a resource for those updating their pool codes in the near future. http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/swimming/pools/mahc/structure-content/#table
Each newly posted MAHC module also has a short synopsis or abstract highlighting the most critical recommendations. This information is available at: http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/swimming/pools/mahc/structure-content/abstracts.html
We also have a new "MAHC In the News" feature with webinars, magazines, and other MAHC news items that have been published by external groups about the MAHC effort. http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/swimming/pools/mahc/inthenews.html
September 15, 2010
Based on partner feedback, the closing date for public comments on the Operator Training Module has been extended until October 31, 2010. The Module can be found at http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/swimming/pools/mahc/structure-content
July 27, 2010
The following technical module is now available for public comment:
- The Operator Training Module is open for public comment through September 25, 2010. http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/swimming/pools/mahc/structure-content
October 10, 2008
Model Aquatic Health Code News - October 10, 2008 [PDF - 1 page]
Announces release for public comment of MAHC modules 1.0, 2.0, 3.0 (Preface, User Guide, Definitions) and module 8.0 Annex supporting module 6.5 Fecal/Vomit/Blood Contamination Response.
These modules include the MAHC preface, guidelines for MAHC use, and an initial list of definitions to be used with the MAHC. The Annex contains explanations and references supporting the Fecal/Vomit /Blood Contamination
October 1, 2008
Model Aquatic Health Code News - October 1, 2008 [PDF - 1 page]
Announces release for public comment of MAHC module 6.0 Policies and Management; 6.5 Fecal/Vomit/Blood Contamination Response.
This module covers response guidelines for the disinfection of water and surfaces following contamination with feces, vomit or blood.
Where Can I Get More Information and Assistance?
For questions or comments about the Model Aquatic Health Code, please email MAHC@cdc.gov.
Get email updates
To receive email updates about this page, enter your email address:
Contact Us:
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
1600 Clifton Rd
Atlanta, GA 30333 - 800-CDC-INFO
(800-232-4636)
TTY: (888) 232-6348 - New Hours of Operation
8am-8pm ET/Monday-Friday
Closed Holidays - cdcinfo@cdc.gov
