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(A) Pool water shall be disinfected through the use of chlorine, hypochlorites or other equally effective disinfectant approved by the Enforcement Authority. The pool shall be disinfected via an automatic disinfection system bearing the National Sanitation Foundation Seal of Approval for the disinfectant being dispensed.
(1) If chlorination is used, the chlorine residual shall not be less than 0.4 ppm and not greater than 1.5 ppm of free available chlorine at all times the pool is in operation.
(2) If chlorinated cyanurate disinfection is used, the residual shall not be less than 1.0 ppm and not greater than 4 ppm of free available chlorine at all times the pool is in operation unless a greater residual is approved by the Enforcement Authority.
(3) If bromine is used, the free bromine residual shall not be less than 2.0 ppm at all times the pool is in operation and not greater than 6.0 ppm unless a greater residual is approved by the Enforcement Authority.
(4) Class C and Class D pools using chlorine shall be disinfected to maintain a minimum disinfectant residual 50% greater than specified above.
(5) Other methods of disinfection shall provide a measurable halogen residual and will be permitted only after approval by the Enforcement Authority. Oxidization of pool water shall be required on all alternative methods of disinfection.
(6) A pool not meeting this disinfectant requirement shall be closed immediately and remain closed to all uses until the disinfection deficiency is corrected.
(B) The disinfection residual in a swimming pool shall be checked immediately prior to being opened to swimming. Frequent checks shall be made on the amount of disinfectant residual during periods of heavy bather load and during periods of high intensity of sunlight.
(C) A disinfectant comparator testing kit approved by the Enforcement Authority, capable of measuring at least the disinfectant residual ranges required in this section shall be used by the permit holder.
(D) The pH of the water in the pool shall be maintained between 7.2 and 8.0. A pH testing kit, to read from 6.8 to 8.2 with at least two intermediate readings, shall be used by the permit holder. When the pH drops below 7.0 or rises above 8.2 in the pool water, the pool shall be closed to all uses.
(E) If chlorinated cyanurate disinfection is used, the maximum permissible concentration of cyanuric acid shall not be normally greater than 100 ppm, and a test kit for cyanuric acid shall be used by the permit holder.
(F) Hand dosing of disinfectant is not allowed except for the purpose of super-disinfection and/or for bringing the residual up to required levels when the pool is closed. Super-chlorination to achieve breakpoint chlorination shall be done when the difference between free and total chlorine is greater than .4 ppm. No use of the pool will be allowed until the chlorine residual has dropped to 4.0 ppm or below throughout the pool.
(G) If gas chlorination is used, suitable equipment for feeding chemicals to maintain the required pH shall be used.
(H) Total dissolved solids shall not exceed the lesser of either 3,000 ppm or 2,000 ppm over the amount found to naturally occur in the supply water.
('74 Code, § 11-5-7B.4) (Ord. 12-1978; Am. Ord. 59-1987; Am. Ord. 51-1989; Am. Ord. 12-1993)
(A) Daily operating records shall be kept and shall include the following:
(1) Date;
(2) Time of backwashing;
(3) Disinfectant residuals;
(4) Filter pressure;
(5) Circulation rate;
(6) pH of pool water;
(7) Kinds and quantities of chemicals added;
(8) The name of the pool operator;
(9) Visibility of pool bottom;
(10) Name, if applicable, of lifeguard on duty; and
(11) Testing of automatic sensor equipment.
(B) Monthly records shall be kept of cyanuric acid test results.
(C) Accidents shall be recorded.
(D) All such records shall be made available to the Enforcement Authority upon request for inspection and copying.
('74 Code, § 11-5-7B.5) (Ord. 12-1978; Am. Ord. 59-1987; Am. Ord. 51-1989; Am. Ord. 12-1993)
Within two years of the effective date of this article, swimming pool operators must be certified following successful completion of a training course in swimming pool sanitation and safety approved by the Enforcement Authority or certified in another manner approved by the Enforcement Authority. The Enforcement Authority may require a swimming pool operator or employee to attend additional training courses in pool sanitation and safety.
('74 Code, § 11-5-7B.7) (Ord. 12-1978; Am. Ord. 59-1987; Am. Ord. 51-1989; Am. Ord. 12-1993)
(A) Footbaths. Footbaths are prohibited.
(B) Persons Excluded. All swimming pool users and employees known to be afflicted with a highly contagious disease known to be capable of being transmitted in a swimming pool, or who are suffering from sores, or wearing bandages shall be excluded from all swimming pools.
(C) Shower. A cleansing shower with soap is required of all bathers entering the pool.
(D) Introduction of Body Wastes. It shall be unlawful to introduce any body wastes into the pool except perspiration.
(E) Supplies. Soap and toilet paper shall be provided in toilet and shower rooms. Easily cleanable waste receptacles shall be provided, including one covered receptacle in the women's bathroom.
(F) Animals. Animals are not allowed within the barrier of any swimming pool except service animals, as defined in § 9-2-1-4.
('74 Code, § 11-5-7B.8) (Ord. 12-1978; Am. Ord. 59-1987; Am. Ord. 51-1989; Am. Ord. 12-1993)
(A) First Aid Kit. A first aid kit, comparable to the American Red Cross Twenty-Four Unit Kit, shall be provided at all times.
(B) Telephone. The premises on which the pool is located shall have an operational telephone accessible for emergency use and shall post an easily visible emergency telephone number.
(C) Resuscitation Chart. An American Red Cross Resuscitation chart or equivalent, shall be posted conspicuously in the swimming pool area.
(D) Lifeguard.
(1) Lifeguards shall be provided at all Class A pools during operating hours.
(a) There shall be at least one lifeguard on duty for every 40 bathers or fraction thereof. Lifeguards shall be spaced in a manner which assures proper surveillance of the pool surface, and especially points of ingress and egress.
(b) When swim teams are facility users, the owner or designated agent may allow substitution of a coach that is certified by the American Red Cross or an equivalent organization in first aid and CPR and is trained to deal with safety hazards related to the particular attraction at which they are employed. Both the owner and the sponsoring organization furnishing the swim coach shall have responsibility for assuring that proper credentials, training, and bather controls are maintained in accordance with these requirements.
(2) All lifeguard requirements of a Class A pool shall be met at all Class B and Class C pools during operating hours when:
(a) Total pool volume is 75,000 gallons or greater; and
(b) When diving boards or platforms of one meter or greater are installed.
(3) In a Class B or Class C pool where a lifeguard is not required, children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a responsible observer, 18 years or older, who shall be present within the barrier area to adequately monitor the children.
(4) Lifeguards, pool operators or managers shall verify adult supervision of children in Class B or Class C pools not requiring a lifeguard.
(5) No lifeguard is required at public swimming pools during posted lap swimming hours or classes with CPR trained instructors where the depth of water does not exceed 5 feet.
(6) Class D pools are exempt from the lifeguard requirement.
(E) Contact Person. A contact person at least 18 years old shall be designated by the pool owner or manager and shall be available as required in this chapter at all times a public pool is open to swimmers. If the contact person is not within the premises while the pool is open, but is within the grounds, a sign shall be posted in the barrier area clearly stating where or how the contact person can be reached within the grounds. If the contact person is not within the grounds while the pool is open, a sign shall be posted within the barrier area clearly stating how the contact person can be reached by telephone or pager:
NOTICE: WHILE THE POOL IS OPEN IF YOU HAVE ISSUES REGARDING POOL OPERATION, YOU CAN CONTACT SOMEONE BY...
The contact person must return the call or pager message within 30 minutes.
(F) If Lifeguard Service Not Required or Provided. If lifeguard service is not required, children under the age of 12 within the barrier area must be accompanied by an adult. If lifeguard service is not provided, a sign shall be posted clearly stating:
WARNING, NO LIFEGUARD SERVICE IS PROVIDED. ALL CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF TWELVE (12) WITHIN THE BARRIER AREA MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT. IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, CONTACT...
(G) Life Hooks. One or more light but strong poles not less than 12 feet in length shall be provided, except that Class C and Class D pools need not provide life hooks unless the Enforcement Authority determines a hook is or hooks are necessary because of the size or depth of the pool. All life hooks shall have blunt ends.
(H) Ring Buoys. Pools shall provide two or more U.S. Coast Guard approved throwing ring buoys having minimum outside diameter of 18 inches with 1/4 inch line attached, except that Class C and Class D pools need not provide ring buoys unless the Enforcement Authority determines ring buoys are necessary because of the size or depth of the pool. The length of the line attached to the buoy shall not be less than 1/2 the pool width plus ten feet. Buoys shall be placed on racks at strategic intervals about the pool.
(I) Temperature. The maximum temperature of the pool water when measured at any point shall not exceed 104° F.
(J) Class D Pools.
(1) For Class D pools a shatterproof thermometer shall be used to check pool water temperature. Unless the air induction system of any Class D pool is on a timer with a maximum setting of 15 minutes, a clock visible to pool users shall be provided.
(2) A precaution sign shall be mounted adjacent to the entrance of the pool, which reads:
(a) Extended exposure to hot water may be detrimental to the health of elderly persons, persons with health problems (such as heart conditions, diabetes, or low/high blood pressure), small children, or pregnant women.
(b) Consult with a physician before using spa.
(c) Do not use the spa while under the influence of alcohol, narcotics, or other drugs that cause sleepiness, drowsiness, or raise/lower blood pressure.
(d) Do not use the spa alone.
(e) Overexposure may cause nausea, dizziness, and fainting.
(K) Food and Refreshments. Operators providing food and drink service within the enclosed barrier area shall not utilize glass and/or hard plastic eating and drinking utensils and/or containers. Food and beverages shall not be permitted on the runway of Class A pools. Glass and rigid plastic containers shall not be allowed in shower rooms.
(L) Pool Closure. Whenever a pool at an operating facility is closed to swimming for any reason all gates and doors not utilized for necessary egress to other parts of the building or buildings shall be locked and signs shall be posted at locations near the pool stating that it is closed to swimming.
('74 Code, § 11-5-7B.9) (Ord. 12-1978; Am. Ord. 59-1987; Am. Ord. 51-1989; Am. Ord. 12-1993; Am. Ord. 59-1995; Am. Ord. 37-2003)
(A) Laundering of Suits and Towels. Provisions shall be made for laundering, rinsing and drying of all suits and towels supplied by the management. All suits and towels owned by the management shall be laundered with a detergent or soap by one of the following methods:
(1) In 100° F. water for fifteen minutes;
(2) In 170° F. water for eight minutes;
(3) In 212° F. water for three minutes.
(B) Storing of Clean Suits and Towels. Clean suits and towels shall be kept separate from those which have been used.
('74 Code, § 11-5-7B.10) (Ord. 12-1978; Am. Ord. 59-1987; Am. Ord. 51-1989; Am. Ord. 12-1993)
(A) The disinfection system shall be designed and installed to minimize all hazards to health, safety, and welfare. Gas chlorinators and chlorine gas cylinders shall be housed in an enclosure separated by a tight partition wall from the swimming pool, corridors, dressing rooms and other space used by bathers. The floor of the enclosure shall not be below the grade surrounding the enclosure. Heat sources shall not pose any hazard to the gas chlorinators and chlorine gas cylinders. In the room where the chlorine gas is stored, a door to the outside shall be provided with a sign posted on the outside of the door noting use of chlorine gas within. The device feeding gaseous disinfectants shall not be readily accessible to any public room. Such room shall be provided with an air intake and exhaust ventilation system to remove contaminated air and replace with fresh air. The exhaust fan intake shall be located near the floor level and the fan shall cause four complete air changes per minute and discharge directly to the outside air.
(B) Emergency pull chains which activate the exhaust fans and shut down the comfort ventilation system on the premises shall be installed and located outside of and near the entrance to the chlorine room. An automatic alarm or public address system shall be provided to expedite evacuation in case of a chlorine gas emergency.
(C) Chlorine cylinders shall be secured so that they cannot fall. A valve stem wrench (no longer than six inches on ton containers) shall be maintained on the chlorine cylinder at all times so the supply can be quickly shut off in case of an emergency. The valve protection hood shall be kept in place except when the chlorine cylinder is connected. The chlorine feeding device shall be designed so that during accident or interruption in the water supply, leaking chlorine gas will be vented to the outside of the building in a safe manner.
(D) Respiratory protection apparatus designed for use in a chlorine atmosphere approved by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health shall be provided at each location or given to each employee. Each individual employee's apparatus must have been properly fitted and adjusted and plainly marked with the employee's name. Replacement canisters for apparatus shall be provided, and a service record shall be maintained. Use of respiratory protection shall conform to Occupational Health and Safety Regulations. The respirator apparatus shall be located outside of the room where the chlorinator is housed and shall be easily accessible for use.
(E) Corrosives and oxidizers shall be stored and used in a manner which prevents chemical reactions. Organic chemicals shall be stored separate from inorganic chemicals. All chemicals shall be stored off the floor in a clean, dry location, in their original, closed containers and away from heat sources. Chemical containers shall not be stacked on top of each other in an unsafe manner.
('74 Code, § 11-5-7B.11) (Ord. 12-1978; Am. Ord. 59-1987; Am. Ord. 51-1989; Am. Ord. 12-1993)
Any person owning or operating a pool shall insure that the water used to fill or add to a pool shall be both from a supply approved by the Enforcement Authority and properly located, protected, and operated. Water shall be easily accessible, adequate, and of safe and sanitary quality.
('74 Code, § 11-5-7B.12) (Ord. 12-1978; Am. Ord. 59-1987; Am. Ord. 51-1989; Am. Ord. 12-1993)
Pool water samples containing 100 milliliter portions shall be collected when the pool is in operation, as often as is reasonably necessary, as determined by the Enforcement Authority. The samples shall be submitted to a laboratory approved by the Enforcement Authority. If a nonconforming sample is obtained, additional samples shall be submitted to an approved laboratory as soon as possible. Two consecutive nonconforming samples shall constitute grounds for suspension and/or revocation of the operating permit as provided in this article unless evidence of correction of this deficiency is provided to the satisfaction of the Enforcement Authority.
('74 Code, § 11-5-7B.13) (Ord. 12-1978; Am. Ord. 59-1987; Am. Ord. 51-1989; Am. Ord. 12-1993)
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