1331.14 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS.
The Building Commissioner shall not issue a permit to construct, or approve the construction of, any public swimming pool or any alteration, addition, remodeling or other improvement thereto unless the following design and construction requirements are observed. Public swimming pools shall be constructed and maintained in conformity with the following requirements and for pools already in existence the Director of Public Safety and the Building Commissioner shall furnish the owners with a program of improvements and additions which shall be carried out over a period not to exceed thirty months in order to comply with the requirements of this chapter for new pools:
(a) Material. The water-containing surface of artificial swimming pools shall be light in color, impervious and provide a tight tank with smooth and easily cleaned surfaces. Sand or dirt bottoms are prohibited.
(b) Walls and Markings. The walls of the pool shall be vertical. Conspicuous markings shall be provided at regular intervals showing the depth of the pool. Special markings for large and odd-shaped pools shall be as prescribed by the Director of Public Safety.
(c) Overflow Troughs and Skimmers. Each pool shall be equipped with an overflow trough or skimmers. Troughs shall be not less than three inches deep, extending completely around the perimeter of the pool. If skimmers are used, they shall be installed at the rate of one per 500 square feet of surface area of the pool.
(d) Water Supply and Outlets. The pool shall be equipped with water inlets and outlets of sufficient size and proper location to provide a uniform circulation of water in all parts of the pool. All water inlets shall be located not less than one foot above the flood rim of the pool or shall be provided with a vacuum brake sufficient in size to prevent backflow in the event of lowered pressure in the public water lines. All drainage of the pool shall be into a storm outlet only.
(e) Separate Space for Bathers and Spectators. The design of the locker room, shower rooms and pool shall be such as to provide proper routing of the bathers and complete separation of bathers and spectators.
(f) Heating. All indoor pools which are to be used when the outside temperature is below sixty degrees Fahrenheit shall be provided with facilities for uniform and adequate heating of the pool room, dressing rooms and water in the pool.
(g) Water in Pool. The water in the swimming pool shall meet the requirements of the Cuyahoga County Health Department for a safe drinking water supply.
(h) Recirculation. For new pools, provision shall be made for complete circulation of water through all parts of the pool. The system shall be equipped with a water recirculating system of sufficient capacity to provide a complete turnover of water at least once in eight hours. The installation of new pools of the "fill and draw" type shall not be permitted.
A satisfactory recirculating system for the swimming pool shall be installed consisting of circulating pumps, chemical dozing equipment (alum and alkali) or surge tank, float valve control on water supply, hair and lint catcher, chlorinator indicator, recording and totalizing instrument, flow meters, pressure gauges, piping connections to inlets and outlets and all other necessary fixtures and connections. All equipment must be readily accessible and every pool shall be provided with necessary equipment for the measurement of acidity or alkalinity and for residual determinations. The equipment room shall be satisfactorily located and adequately drained.
(i) Indicating, Recording, Totalizing Instruments, etc. When necessary, in the opinion of the Director of Public Safety, indicating, recording and totalizing instruments, flow meters or indicators and pressure gauges shall be installed at such points as may be designated by such Director.
(j) Hair and Lint Catcher. The pump suction line of the recirculating system shall be provided with a hair and lint catcher and with a vacuum gauge of such type and so located to indicate when it is necessary to clean the catcher.
(k) Drinking Water. Lavatory and drinking water supplies shall be adequate in quality and quantity.
(l) Walks. Each public swimming pool shall be provided with a paved walk at least six feet in width so as to completely surround the pool. Such walk shall be drained away from the pool.
(m) Lighting. Lighting for public swimming pools shall be adequate for the protection of the public as may be determined by the Building Commissioner. All lighting and wiring shall be in accordance with the National Electrical Code, 1981 edition, and all fixtures and equipment shall be UL approved.
(n) Hose. Hose connections and hose must be of ample size and pressure to clean all of the pool area.
(o) Towers and Steps. Steps and ladders must be made of an impervious, corrosion resistant material, with a uniform rise not to exceed twelve inches. The decks of diving towers which are over one meter high shall be protected with suitable railings to prevent falling except into the water.
(Ord. 64-56. Passed 7-21-64.)