838.54   PLACARDS.
   (a)   The water test results specified in Section 838.53(a)(1) shall be legibly and conspicuously posted on a permanent, water-proof, and durable placard in a location where it is readily observable by the patrons. The most recent required daily water quality test results, including the date and time of day tested, shall be posted. The minimum and maximum standards for these parameters, as specified in Section 838.63 Table III, shall be included on the placard. Water temperature shall also be posted for heated pools.
   (b)   Areas restricted to operating personnel only shall be prominently identified with a permanent, legible placard stating “Authorized Personnel Only” including but not limited to the filter and chemical storage rooms. The placards shall be conspicuously located on the exterior of the doors to the restricted areas.
   (c)   A permanent, legible, placard(s) specifying facility rules and regulations regarding personal health and safety shall be posted in plain view of patrons in the pool area, dressing rooms and entrances.
   (d)   A permanent, legible, engraved plastic or laminated paper specification placard shall be conspicuously displayed within the filter room(s) and shall be adequately lighted. The following information shall be included on the placard:
      (1)   Name, address and date of construction of the facility.
      (2)   Volume in gallons.
      (3)   Water surface area in square feet.
      (4)   Minimum turnover time in hours.
      (5)   Minimum rate of flow in gallons per minute to provide the required turnover time.
      (6)   Head loss at which the filters should be backwashed.
      (7)   Maximum facility load, and maximum pool load(s).
   (e)   Separate legible placards shall be posted in an appropriate location within the filter room(s) to describe the following pool operating procedures:
      (1)   Instructions on the proper operation of pumps and filters including the valve line ups for filtration.
      (2)   Instructions on proper backwashing or cleaning procedures and valve line ups for backwashing.
   (f)   A separate, permanent, legible placard clearly indicating the maximum facility load and individual swimming pool load(s) shall be conspicuously posted at the main entrance to the swimming pool facility. The letters and numbers indicating the load(s) shall be a minimum of two inches in height.
(Ord. 07-14. Passed 12-18-07.)