§ 15-29. Safety and rescue equipment and code standards; other safety features.

(a)

Every public swimming pool shall be equipped with the following aids to safety and rescue which shall be readily accessible at all times:

(1)

One (1) or more light but strong pole(s), not less than twelve (12) feet in length, with blunted ends or a shepherds crook;

(2)

One (1) or more approved throwing buoys with sufficient attached line which shall reach one and one-half (1½) times the width of the pool and which shall be of sufficient size and strength to offer an appropriate handhold and to support loads normally imposed by a swimmer;

(3)

A first aid kit which shall be kept filled;

(4)

Elevated lifeguard chairs, if the pool size, design and occupancy, require such in order to maintain an unobstructed view of all areas of the pool;

(5)

A lifeline which shall be provided at the break in grade between the shallow and deep portions of the pool, with its position marked by visible floats at not greater than seven-foot intervals, which shall be securely fastened to wall anchors of corrosion resistant material and of a type which shall be recessed or have no projection which shall constitute a hazard when the line is removed, and which shall be of sufficient size and strength to offer a good handhold and support loads normally imposed by swimmers;

(6)

Numbers and letters marking the depth of water in a pool at every one-foot increment of depth and at least every twenty (20) feet on both the horizontal and vertical surfaces of the pool wall, at least five (5) inches high, and contrasting with the pool walls and deck;

(7)

A posted, permanent, and easily read set of rules covering such matters as age restrictions, hours of operations, activity restrictions, allowance of glass containers of alcohol or drugs, and such other rules as are appropriate for the safety of all pool users;

(8)

A telephone, or some other device approved in writing by the health director, in the immediate vicinity for summoning aid in emergencies; and

(9)

Lighting fixtures of such number, design and location as to light all parts of the pool, the water therein, and the entire deck area, for when the pool is used after dark, said fixtures to be maintained so as to create no hazard to the swimmers and so that lifeguards can clearly see every part of the swimming pool including decks, diving boards, and other appurtenances without being blinded by glare.

(b)

Pumps, filters, and other mechanical and electrical equipment for pools shall be enclosed in such a manner so as to be accessible only to authorized persons. Drainage shall be such as to avoid the entrance and accumulation of water in the vicinity of electrical equipment.

(c)

The crossing of outdoor swimming facilities by overhead electrical conductors is prohibited, except as permitted by the National Electrical Code, as the same is updated and amended from time to time.

(d)

All metal fences or railings on which a broken electrical conductor might fall shall be effectively grounded according to the National Electrical Code, as the same is updated and amended from time to time.

(e)

All lighting fixtures shall be prohibited directly above the water surface area, except as permitted by the National Electrical Code, as the same is updated and amended from time to time, and shall be protected in a manner which will prevent broken glass from falling on any surface within the pool area. All electrical switches and receptacles shall be of weather-proof construction and resistant to corrosion.

(f)

Lights shall be prohibited directly above or within three (3) feet horizontally of the pool rim in any indoor or covered swimming pool, except as permitted in the National Electrical Code, as the same is updated and amended from time to time.

(g)

Access to the pool area shall be unobstructed to provide access to the pool area for emergency service vehicles and emergency attendants.

(Ord. No. 33839, § 2, 6-1-98)

(Ord. No. 33839, § 2, 6-1-98)