FEATURES
OF THE HAMILTON HYDROTHERAPY POOL
1. The size of the pool will be 8m x 15m.
2. It will be 0.9 m to 1.5 m deep.
3. Heated to the optimum temperature of 35 degrees.
4. Energy efficient with a cover to give a 20% saving in
energy.
5. A wheelchair accessible sloping ramp for people for entry via plastic wheelchair.
6. A fixed hoist to enable those with disabilities to be
lowered into the water.
7. Alarm buttons for safety.
8. Specially fitted out disability changing rooms.
9. Disability Change table.
10. Easily accessible entry ways and the pool area protected
from passing foot traffic.
11. No sharp edges or projections
12. Bottom of the pool will be flat or gently sloped.
13. Bilingual Maori/English signage.
14. Tactile signage for the blind.
15. A flashing light evacuation system for deaf people.
16. Disability car parks.
