Recirculation Systems and Filtration Technical Committee - Model Aquatic Health Code

Leadership

• Chairperson: James Amburgey, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
• Vice Chairperson: Roy Fielding, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
• Steering Committee Liaison: Chuck Neuman, Water Technology Inc.

Members

• Michael Beatty, Disney’s Caribbean Beach and Pop Century Resorts
• Susan Campbell, Oklahoma City/County Health Department
• Joe Carpenter, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• Barry Gertz, Neptune Benson
• Garth Miner, Utah Department of Public Health
• David Schwartz, Water’s Edge Aquatic Design
• Kimberly Walsh, EP Minerals
• Mohamed Yasin, Florida Department of Health

Scope of Work

The Recirculation & Filtration Technical Committee will examine filter types and performance criteria, recirculation methodologies, equipment designs, and operating systems, including: inlets, overflow systems/gutters, skimmers, bottom drains/main drain systems, piping, pumps and strainers, flow control, flow rates/turnover, disinfection, water levels, stabilizers, feed equipment, water quality, sampling techniques and locations, and other filtration and recirculation aspects that may affect water quality.

Where Can I Get More Information and Assistance?

For questions or comments about the Model Aquatic Health Code, please email MAHC@cdc.gov.