# COMAR Title 10 — Maryland Department of Health

## Subtitle 17 — Swimming Pools and Spas

### Chapter 01 — Public Swimming Pools and Spas

#### Regulation .52 Disinfection of Swimsuits and Towels.

*COMAR 10.17.01.52*

An owner shall ensure that a swimsuit or towel furnished to an individual by the owner or operator of a public pool or spa is:

A. Washed in a washing machine with laundry detergent in hot water with a temperature of at least 175?F; and

B. Rinsed in an effective disinfectant or heat dried at 175?F or more for at least 30 minutes after being washed.