Please remember that the CPSC has indicated that the law will be enforced as of December 19, 2008 on all drains where product is available. WWA and IAAPA have been working with CPSC and Congress to clarify its application to water attractions in the waterpark industry. As of today, we still do not have clarification. The National Swimming Pool Foundation has issued a press release stating 300,000 pools in the U.S. will be unable to comply with the Act and will be forced to close. We have assembled the following resources to help WWA and IAAPA members during this time:

Members should review the Due Diligence Plan immediately and take appropriate steps to address their individual situations in light of the unavailability of product to fit large, field-fabricated drains. This document has not been approved by CPSC. It does not provide legal advice, but highlights some best practice steps that could be taken. Members are urged to consult counsel if necessery.