APSP Quarterly - Spring 2008 - (Page 40)

APSP news & resources APSP-Supported Pool & Spa Safety Act Becomes Law In December 2007, Congress approved and President Bush signed into law the “Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act” as Title XIV of H.R. 6, the omnibus energy bill. An analysis of the provisions that address entrapment prevention and protective barriers around pools, spas, and hot tubs is available on the APSP website (APSP.org) or by clicking through Industry/Government Relations/Issues in Legislation. In January, APSP met with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the lead agency in administering the state grants provided by the act. 2008 APSP Board of Directors Announced; Gene Fields Begins Term as APSP Chairman APSP has announced the 2008 officers of its national board of directors: Gene Fields, chairman of the board; Penny Johnson, i m med iate past cha i r ma n; Terr y Brown, chairman-elect; and Charlie Schobel, secretary/ treasurer. The following individuals serve on the APSP Board of Directors representing regions, business segments, and at-large: Joe Amato, Region 2; Bob Baron, Service; John Caden, Commercial; Chris Callanan, Region 9; Kathleen Carlson, Retailers; Dick Dal Pino, Northwest Region; Chris Ferriss, Region 6; Phil Gelhaus, Distributors; Todd Gruenewald, Region 5; Guy Larsen, Builders; Mark Laven, director-at-large; Ron Merwin, Manufacturers; Richard Petty, Region 10; Jami Pittman, Manufacturers’ Agents; Chris Robinson, Hot Tub; John Romano, Region 1 NESPA; Bob Tomlinson; Region 3; Steve Bludsworth, Region 7 FSPA; Ron Zwicky, Southwest Region. meeting, participants will learn the results of market research that will define the campaign as it goes for ward. The three candidate advertising agencies will make presentations at the meeting and participants will select the finalist and partner for the campaign. O n ly f u nd cont r ibutor s a re entitled to a copy of the research and a vote in the agency election. To get information about the campaign, contact Lauren Stack (lstack@APSP.org). RWQ Standard Completes First ANSI Ballot A PSP completed t he f irst A NSI ballot in December for the new draft standard APSP-11 Recreational Water Quality. After the A PSP Recreational Water Quality Committee reviews the ballots and comments, APSP will conduct a second (recirculation) b a l lo t . Ty p i c a l l y a f t e r t he second A NSI ballot, A PSP’s draft standards have achieved consensus in accordance with the numerical requirements of APSP’s A NSI- approve d pro c e du re s . The draft standard will then be submitted to ANSI for approval and publication as an American National Standard. they need. The Consumer Search tool searches regionally for pool and spa companies and products. Both sites offer keyword-driven and category-specific searching, eliminating the clutter of a general Internet search. Enhanced listings available to members include use of their logo, links to their website and email, and a company description. To develop the two sites, APSP partnered with MultiView Inc., an Irving, Texas-based publisher of industry-specific search engines. For information or to participate, contact MultiView at 1.800.816.6710. These dynamic search engines are accessible via www.APSP.org website. Board of Regents Appointed for APSP Career Institute APSP Chairman Gene Fields announced the members of the new Board of Regents for the APSP Career Institute. The new regents are: Terry Arko, SeaKlear; Rick Bays, Mid America Sales; Kelly Berry, Pools Plus; Larry Biscornet, LBI Pools and Spas; Chris Brandmeir, Highline Community College; Ken Butler, San Juan Pools; Kathleen Carlson, Aqua Quip; D. Thomas Donaldson, Aquatic Training Institute; Marty Fisher, Nexxus Lighting; Steve Gorlin, Gorlin Pools and Spas; Paul Jensen, Safety Consultant; Paul Kurke, Arch Chemicals; Jack Manilla, Portofi no Pools; Terry Mayfield, Employers Association of Southern Nevada; and Michael Reed, APSP. The regents held their fi rst conference call in January 2008. ANSI/APSP-7 Suction Entrapment Standard Takes Effect in Florida this Year An important change in the new Florida Building Code occurred last summer with the adoption of ANSI/APSP-7, American National Standard for Suction Entrapment Avoidance in Swimming Pools, Wading Pools, Spas, Hot Tubs, and Catch Basins. The new code is effective October 1, 2008. The Florida Swimming Pool Association (FSPA) will be publicizing reminders about the upcoming changes prior to the 2008 effective date. FSPA is also developing a continuing education class on this standard and is working with building officials to educate their departments and consumers. To order this or any other ANSI/ APSP standard, send an e-mail to memberservices@APSP.org or call 703.838.0083, ext. 301. Hot Tub Companies to Select Advertising Agency at March Meeting, Hear Market Research Results B y t h e e n d o f J a n u a r y, A PSP had raised $440,000 in start-up funds of the $600,000 needed f rom leading hot t ub ma nu fac t u rer s a nd suppl ier s for a North A merican hot tub campaign. The next indust r y meeting is scheduled for March 26 in Alexandria, VA. At the March APSP Launches Internet Search Tools for Industry and Consumers Last fall APSP launched the second edition of its Pool & Spa Industry Search and the new Consumer Pool & Spa Industry Search. The Industry Search tool allows APSP members, industry professionals, and consumers to fi nd the pool and spa products 4 0 | AQ A P S P Q UA R T E R LY http://www.APSP.org http://www.APSP.org

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APSP Quarterly - Spring 2008 Contents President's Message Chairman's Message International Awards of Excellence Spotlight Quality and Innovation If You're Still in the Pool Business, You're Leaving Money on the Table Gunslingers for Sale-s Can Pool Builders Hedge a Tough Year With... Hedges? Creating a Shared Vision: An Interview with PoolCorp CEO Manny Perez de la Mesa Grow Boating Initiative Helps Industry Imagine a Better Tomorrow First Ever CBP of the Year Award Presented at Inaugural CBP Recognition Dinner Safety Department News & Resources Advertiser's Index

APSP Quarterly - Spring 2008

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