Good day!

I was hoping there may be someone out there who can offer advice on operating an outdoor splash park (fountains etc).

I've spent countless hours researching, engaging with consultants (to no avail) on how my organisation can successfully operate our splash park in line with PWTAG guidance.

For context, the 'splash zone' spends more time out of action that it does in use due to testing which is carried out inline with PWTAG guidance identifying high TVC counts (but under 100).  We have had two cases of E-Coli counts above 10 which results in automatic shutdown, and even a count over 10 of Staphylococcus aureus, which again results in immediate shutdown in line with PWTAG.  Considering the play is outdoors, it is accessible to Birds, Rodents, it undergoes regular cleaning, and testing at the tank is always fine (the culprits are always the nozzles which are enclosed and inaccessible). In addition, the surface is soft pour, so I assume that naturally engrains dirt etc, I'm at a complete loss as to how we can possibly operate within the tight constraints of PWTAG guidance.  Does anyone have any experience of operating splash plays, and if so, could they possibly offer any advice/guidance?

Any assistance would be hugely apppreciated, we are debating on wether to decomission it, which would be a huge shame as its incredibly popular with visitors.

Edited by user 03 July 2025 11:31:52(UTC)  | Reason: Not specified