Is high free chlorine bad to swim in?

Free chlorine is the amount of chlorine that is available to disinfect the pool water. When the free chlorine level is too high, it can irritate the skin, eyes, and respiratory system. It can also cause hair to become dry and brittle.

The ideal free chlorine level for a pool is between 1 and 3 parts per million (ppm). When the free chlorine level exceeds 5 ppm, it is considered to be high.

If you swim in a pool with a high free chlorine level, you may experience the following symptoms:

* Skin irritation

* Eye irritation

* Respiratory irritation

* Dry hair

* Brittle hair

If you experience any of these symptoms, it is important to get out of the pool and rinse off with clean water. You should also avoid swimming in pools with a high free chlorine level until the level has been lowered.