Construction Of Swimming Pools Research Articles

Contract Type Selection and Project Performance: An Optimal Strategy for Achieving Procurement Planning of Swimming Pool Construction Firms in Rivers State, Nigeria

The study examined the correlation that existed between contract type selection and project performance of swimming pool construction firms in Rivers State. The determination to maximize utility and to create comfort for both customers who seek recreation or adventure and private or personal relaxation with swimming pool facilities as a social stratum has increasingly gained acceptance and recognition in our society today. However, the early finished time of such a project has often been characterized by delays associated with contract variation from the performing firms. The study adopted a census population of 7 registered firms. Questionnaires were administered to 61 respondents. Spearman rank statistical tool and regression analyses were adopted for correlation and effect determination. Amidst the findings, a strong positive correlation existed between the dimensions of contract type selection and project performance. The study concluded that contract type selection is a veritable conduit for stabilizing project completion timelines among firms in the studied section. 

Analisis Yuridis Alih Fungsi Tanah Kas Desa Untuk Pembangunan Kolam Renang di Desa Udanwuh

The aim of this research is to determine the regulation of the transfer of land to the village treasury and the obstacles of the Udanwuh Village government to building a swimming pool. The research location is at the Udanuwuh Village Hall Office, Kaliwungu District, Semarang Regency. The type of research used is an empirical juridical approach. The type of data, namely primary data, was obtained through interviews and discussions with several parties in order to provide information related to the transfer of land to the village treasury. Secondary data was obtained from library literature. Data collection techniques through literature study, interviews. Qualitative descriptive data analysis techniques. The results of the research show that the arrangement for the conversion of Village treasury land for the construction of a swimming pool in Udanwuh Village is in the form of government land in Udanwuh Village on title C Village Number 4, Plot 29 Class SII located in Ngrancah Hamlet RT.03 RW.02 village treasury land with a total area of + /- 833m2 and for the construction of swimming pools of +/-753 m2 and +/-130 m PDAM is used. Obstacles related to licensing for the conversion of village treasury land for the construction of swimming pools are based on Semarang Regency Regional Regulation No. 14 of 2003. However, with the issuance of Regional Regulation No. 21 of 2021 concerning the revocation of Semarang Regency Regional Regulation No. 14 of 2003, this has resulted in permits not being completed or delayed. The conclusion of the research is that the conversion of land functions in order to comply with applicable regulations, has a positive impact on the progress of the village, optimal management of land conversion, maximum utilization of the function of the Village treasury land into a swimming pool to improve the village economy and village community, resolving solutions to problems in make regulations regarding the transfer of cash land functions in the construction of swimming pools.

Influence of Gender on Recreational Participation. A Critical Literature Review

Purpose: Recreation is an intentional activity geared towards accomplishment of self and social gains including refurbishment and collective connectivity. The overall objective of this study was to examine influence of gender on recreational participation. A critical literature review
 Methodology: The paper used a desk study review methodology where relevant empirical literature was reviewed to identify main themes and to extract knowledge gaps.
 Findings: Music followed by singing and dancing while the least popular indoor recreational activity was aerobics and snooker/pool. The most popular outdoor recreational activity was walking while the least popular outdoor recreational activity for women was swimming and playing cards. Frequency of participation in both indoor and outdoor recreational activities by women was influenced by the age. Frequency of participation in both indoor and outdoor recreational activities was not influenced by the family size or the number of children. Frequency of participation in the indoor and outdoor recreational activities by women was not influenced by their monthly income. The family size was not a determining factor for participation in both indoor and outdoor recreational activities
 Unique Contribution to Theory, Policy and Practice: This study recommended that the county government should set aside land for developing various recreational facilities within the informal settlement areas to be accessed by all residents to mitigate time constraints; for example, construction of swimming pools since swimming is reported as the least popular outdoor activity.

Bathing Facilities and Health Phronesis: A Preliminary English Investigation

The Coronavirus pandemic has raised questions about public health system fragility or lack of health phronesis (practical wisdom). The UK is one of the unhealthiest developed nations on the planet with over 35% of its population projected to be obese by 2025. Notwithstanding, local sports infrastructure is patchy, raising the spectre of ‘accumulation by dispossession’. To investigate English obesity problem and its eu̯daemonic impediments the study ignored lines of inquiry involving confectionary vested interests. Instead, it focused on bathing amenities that, since antiquity, signal civilisation. The phronetic bathing health research involved five sequential phases. First, the health issue was identified (1) and then bathing facilities put into historical context (2a). A structured literature review of contemporary facilities and health associations (2b) provided the backdrop for subsequent nomothetical (3a-e) and idiographic investigations (4a-c). The mixed research strands were finally synthesised (5). Statistical analysis of English local area standardised mortality (2013-2017) found a significant association with pool sparsity, controlling for deprivation, obesity and other environmental factors (3a-b). Longitudinal time series modelling of English swimming pool construction data since the Victorian era found that, recently, it has become erratic and diverges from its GDP and population growth fundamentals (3c-e). Idiosyncratically, the study considered three case studies, looking for qualitative insights (4). The closure of Bromley Lido in 1983 raises suspicions that short-termism or agency issues usurped public health phronesis (4a). In Cirencester, mistrust lingers about the privileged beneficiaries of local leisure service outsourcing (4b). An exemplary German pool complex in Ludenscheid illuminates comparative UK public bathing infrastructure deficiencies and intimates paradigm myopia or managerialist neglect (4c). Although the study is preliminary with acknowledged limitations, the literature reviews, nomothetic analyses and case studies impel phronetic deliberations to re-calibrate investment towards ecological public health and resilience in post-COVID ‘doughnut’ economy.

Аналіз результатів обстеження плавального споруди басейну та збільшення несучої здатності колон, які зазнали експлуатаційних пошкоджень, шляхом улаштування монолітних обойм.

Аналіз результатів обстеження плавального споруди басейну та збільшення несучої здатності колон, які зазнали експлуатаційних пошкоджень, шляхом улаштування монолітних обойм.

The Test Results of Microbiological and Chemical Quality of Water in Recreation Center “Fortuna” Banja Luka

It is recognized, that a man in wider and immediate community, especially by living in larger, urban areas is exposed to a variety of factors that directly or indirectly affect his health, living conditions, and ability to work, as well as the life expectancy. Life in changed working and living surroundings, with decreased physical and neural condition , and inadequate active and passive relaxation results in increase of number of depression, trauma traffic, respiratory disease, deformity- especially in children, degenerative diseases, etc.To prevent thisone has to sit less and become more active, since physical activity in variety of forms, increases the functional capability of all organ systems, and is essential, as a mean of maintaining overall psychological and physical health as well as the ability to work. Swimming is a healthy physical activity that is valued for its benefits. It has a powerful effect on all body systems, and nowadays a significant number of people use swimming pools more or less frequently. However, recreational activities at the swimming pool can endanger health, so it is necessary to the properly manage the pools, as to reduce threats to the smallest possible measure.The research confirmed the hypothesis that the water quality in swimming pools and recreation in many respects depends on the correct design and construction of swimming pools, rationally established hydraulics, acceptable water quality, capacity and efficiency of the water treatment, the workload of the pool, the implementation of appropriate sanitary and hygienic measures and control of the critical points in and around the pool, behavior of users as possible contributors to water pollution, provide a satisfactory quality of water, which endangers the safety of users.

Аналіз результатів обстеження плавального споруди басейну та збільшення несучої здатності колон, які зазнали експлуатаційних пошкоджень, шляхом улаштування монолітних обойм.

Аналіз результатів обстеження плавального споруди басейну та збільшення несучої здатності колон, які зазнали експлуатаційних пошкоджень, шляхом улаштування монолітних обойм.

Queensland making a splash

In April 2015, The Pool emerged as the winning proposal for Australia’s exhibition at the 2016 Venice Architecture Biennale. Creative directors Aileen Sage and Michelle Tabet explained that the pool was ‘a lens through which to explore Australian cultural identity’ and ‘aptly represents a distinctively Australian democratic and social space’. In Australia, the public pool was popularised in the post-war period, particularly in Queensland where it offered relief from the long, hot and humid summers. Although Brisbane already had several floating baths along the Brisbane River from the mid-nineteenth century, large-scale, in-ground pool construction in the state did not start in earnest until the mid-1950s, when the personal and social benefits of recreational time with family and friends became well established. In Queensland, as elsewhere in the country, the government encouraged the construction of swimming pools, and many became memorial pools, dedicated to those who had fought to defend an Australian ‘way of life’. Their design was to reflect the civic and social foundations of the initiative, and in Queensland architects took delight in all the opportunities it afforded. The result was a widely diverging collection of predominantly humble and economical structures that were rarely ordinary or dull. Analysing three key pools that were constructed in regional Queensland between 1955 and 1965 — in Rockhampton, Mackay and Miles — this article draws out some of the defining features of Queensland’s modern memorial pools, and highlightshow this typology became the quintessential ‘Australian democratic and social space’.

EVALUATION OF THE OPTIMAL ENGINEERING SOLUTION FOR SWIMMING POOL CONSTRUCTION

The article describes the evaluation of the optimal engineering solution for monolithic reinforced concrete swimming pool (one of the most durable swimming pools). There are three alternatives for constructing an indoor swimming pool. The three swimming pool construction alternatives differ by flashing and finishing technologies. Three alternative options are analysed in order to find the optimal building technology alternative for the construction of indoor swimming pool: pairwise comparison method (only subjective significance is determined), the cross-entropy method, and expert method. The most rational (optimal) technological solution for the construction of the swimming pool was selected by means of multiple-criteria decision analysis. The closeness to the ideal point method and efficiency value method were applied. The optimal alternative was found by means of weighted sums. The swimming pool construction price in EUR/m2 was the most important evaluation criterion in the selection of the optimal swimming pool building technology alternative. The results obtained by means of two multiple-criteria analysis methods were different; therefore the weighted sum model was applied. The best alternative for the construction of indoor swimming pool was as follows: concrete reinforced with 300 mm bars, waterproofing tape BT2025S and 1.5 mm thick reinforced waterproofing finishing film.

A Study on How to Promote Swimming Education in Korea : through cases of advanced countries

The purpose of this study was to find ‘National Swimming Education Revitalization Plan’ suited Korean situation through United Kingdom, United States of America, Japan, and Germany’s advanced swimming education case analysis. For this reason, the countries, UK, USA, Japan, and Germany in which the swimming education system has been well developed, were selected for this study, and these country’s swimming education cases were analysed by the methods of participating observation, literature investigation, interview, and expert meeting. The results showed that the swimming education in UK and USA’s school had characteristics by focusing on water safety education. In Japan, most schools had a equipped swimming pool, so whole class(grade) students took the intensive swimming education. Also, it had a characteristic that people got certified by swimming education in Germany. In Korea, continuous swimming pool construction, the spread of swimming education in whole class of schools, education activity focusing on safety swimming, development of standardized swimming education course should be needed to vitalize the swimming education. Also, the Korean government and people needed an effort to improve professionalism of swimming education in teachers for educating their students in person.

Micro and macro level determinants of sport participation

PurposeSport participation is not exclusively determined by individual socio‐demographic factors (micro level) since infrastructure factors such as the availability of sport facilities and sport programmes (macro level) can also play a role in this regard. The purpose of this paper is to provide evidence for these determinants of sport participation using multi‐level analyses.Design/methodology/approachA survey among the resident population in the city of Munich was carried out in 2008 (n=11,715). Furthermore, secondary data on the available sport infrastructure in every urban district of Munich (n=25) were collected. Multi‐level analyses were conducted to find the micro and macro level determinants of sport participation.FindingsThe results show that aside from micro level factors, the availability of swimming pools and parks is especially important for residents’ sport activity. Moreover, sport activity in non‐profit sport clubs can be enhanced by both a good supply of sport programmes offered by sport clubs as well as a poor supply of programmes from commercial sport providers and the municipality.Research limitations/implicationsMulti‐level analyses can be recommended for future research on sport participation. The use of GIS data would be fruitful in this regard.Practical implicationsIt can be recommended that municipalities invest in the construction of swimming pools and parks.Originality/valueThe paper shows that multi‐level analyses are a relatively new method of analysis for research on sport participation and that they represent the most suitable approach for analysing multi‐level data.

Forensic Engineering Analysis Of Swimming Pool Design And Construction Defects

The Design And Construction Of Swimming Pools Often Includes A Wide Range Of Participants. Residential Pools Are Typically Constructed By A Builder Connected To A Vendor, With Little Professional Design Involvement. Pools For Public, Commercial Or Institutional Use Are More Likely To Be Designed By A Licensed Engineer, But May Actually Use An Unlicensed Professional. Multimillion Dollar Aquatic Facilities Typically Involve A Design Team Of Licensed Professionals. Lack Of Effective Communication Between Team Members Can Result In Design Defects And Corresponding Construction Defects. Unprofessional And Unlicensed Designers Can Have Business Agendas That Directly Reduce Pool Design Quality. Lack Of Uniform Design Or Construction Standards Can Further Challenge Swimming Pool Project Success. The Following Discussion Provides A Few Examples Of Design And Construction Errors That Directly Contributed To Swimming Pool Defects.

Insights into collaboration at the project level: complexity, social interaction and procurement mechanisms

Drawing upon relevant concepts in organizational social theory (becoming ontology and processual view of complexity), and adopting an interpretative approach to studying organizational phenomena, this paper aims to make a contribution to the understanding of social processes in multi-organizational settings defined as ‘construction projects'. The study takes a critical view on the claimed advantages of non-conventional, innovative project procurement strategies as integration-enhancing mechanisms at the project level. Taking a swimming pool construction project governed by an innovative procurement procedure known as ‘two-stage tender’ as a case in point, the paper evaluates the extent to which better project team integration has been achieved in this context. Two major concerns emerged from the case study analysis: (1) two-stage tendering is an incomplete solution to tensions, adversarial culture and a lack of genuine cooperation over time; and (2) there is a need for facilitating mechanisms of a different nature to support and sustain collective situated learning and shared understanding of longer-term benefits of collaborative work. Based on the theoretical considerations and the interpretation of the empirical accounts, the paper proposes and refines a conceptual framework for understanding the complexity of construction projects as social settings. In the light of this framework, alternative concepts and skills for enhanced collaborative interaction among participating parties in this kind of social setting are suggested.

Experience with solar systems for heating swimming pools in Germany

The results of the demonstration programme “Efficient Use of Energy in Swimming Pool Construction” has had a positive effect on the dissipation of solar systems for swimming pools. Infrared measurements show how a homogeneous flow can be achieved in the absorber field. The fact that solar systems are acceptable can be seen clearly in evidence that the behaviour of visitors to purely solar-heated pools with variable water temperature does not differ in principle from conventionally-heated pools with constant temperature. Economic considerations of the operation show that swimming pool solar systems are competitive with conventional heating systems.