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Preventing Waterborne Illness

  • Preventing Waterborne Illness Home
  • Preventing Recreational Water Illnesses
  • Preventing Illness from Drinking Water
  • Preventing Illness while Camping, Hiking, and Traveling
  • For Recreational Water Employees

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  • Waterborne Illness
  • Recreational Water Illness
  • Foodborne Illness
  • Food Safety
  • Illnesses from Animals
  • Infectious Diseases A-Z
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Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention and Control Division
651-201-5414
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Contact Info

Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention and Control Division
651-201-5414
IDEPC Comment Form

Information for Recreational Water Employees and Managers:
Preventing Recreational Water Illnesses (RWIs)

Managers and aquatic employees play an important role in keeping the water safe and healthy for everyone. Some illnesses that cause diarrhea and vomiting can be transmitted through the water to patrons and co-workers if employees work while ill.

  • Diarrheal Illness in Recreational Water Employees
    Fact sheet for recreational water employees about diarrheal illnesses and employee responsibilities.
  • Diarrheal Illness in Recreational Water Employees: Information for Managers
    Fact sheet for managers of recreational water facilities about managing employee illness, employee responsibilities, patron complaints, and preventing recreational water illnesses. 
  • Recreational Water Employee Illness Log (PDF)
    This log can be used by managers and supervisors to track employee illness.

 

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Last Updated: 07/02/2025
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