If your pool has had a lot of bathers recently, it may be time for a shock treatment. Every bather contributes to the addition of organic compounds to the water, notably in the form of urea and ammonia, mainly from perspiration. In addition, fecal matter, particularly in the perineal area, can affect water quality.
Bacteria brought into the pool by bathers
Did you know that a single bather can bring up to 30 million bacteria into the pool water? Of these, around a million can be staphylococci, potentially harmful bacteria. And while these islands of bacteria may be invisible to the naked eye, it's important to note that a thousand bacteria, if laid end to end, would measure just one millimeter!
Benefits of shock treatment
A shock treatment quickly destroys these contaminants and restores the water's balance. It is therefore essential to treat your pool with an appropriate product after intensive use, to ensure effective disinfection and preserve water quality for future bathers.