Summary


Definitions for AED, Backwash, Collection Zone, CPR, Onsite Septic System, and Waste Water have been added. References to many standards and applicable rules have been updated. A new Section R392-502-34 has been created, with correlating references throughout this rule, to standardize the size and text of required signage. A statement requiring public pools to meet the requirements of Rule R392-302 has been added. Approved backflow preventers may be used instead of air gaps for the water supply. Section R392-302-5 has been renamed "Waste Water" and now allows for alternate methods of discharging water that is not backwash. Plan review requirements have been expanded to include a requirement that plans be stamped by an engineer licensed in the state of Utah; construction may only begin after a review of the plans has been completed; reviews must be completed within 30 days of submittal; plans will have to be changed to meet the review criteria. This change also requires manufactured components to be installed according to manufacturer's recommendations. Requirements for underwater seats, benches, and footholds have been clarified. Language has been added for local health departments to allow decks to slope towards a pool under certain circumstances. Section R392-502-14 is renamed "Fencing and Barriers" and has been changed to address safety and exclusion of bathers when a portion of a facility is closed but accessible to the public. This replaces language concerning a separation of bathing and non-bathing areas that is no longer relevant for current pool design standards. Requirements for chlorine dosing and generating equipment have been set. In Section R392-502-24, the reference to fixtures has been taken out and moved to Section R392-502-25 as it does not apply to Section R392-502-24. Dressing rooms are now required to have at least one covered waste receptacle. The requirement for dressing rooms to exit to the shallowest area of the pool has been removed. Section R392-502-25 has been renamed "Restroom and Shower Facilities" and makes clear that restrooms and showers must be provided for each gender and that privacy shall be ensured. The use of unisex facilities are addressed and will count towards the total number of required fixtures. Hand drying utilities are now required at lavatories. Operators are required to keep facilities clean and sanitary. The characteristics of materials used in construction are listed, including the exclusion of the use of carpet. Maximum chlorine level has been set and all products shall be used according to the product label. Relevant emergency telephone numbers may be posted instead of a specific list. Lifeguard training standards have been updated and clarified. In Subsection R392-502-25(4), "may" is changed to "shall" as clarification of the intent of the original language. Subsection R392-502-25(7)(f) is moved to (7)(e) and reworded for clarification. Children aged 14 and under shall not use a pool without responsible adult supervision. Children under five years of age shall not use a spa. In Subsection R392-502-31(2)(h) an exception is now allowed to the deck and pool separation requirements as long as the top surface of the common pool side wall does not exceed 18 inches. The requirements for Subsection R392-302-31(5)(f) signs at slides has been changed to be more comprehensive and to allow variation from slide to slide as not all slides are the same. Signage for interactive water features is required. The exemptions of interactive water features has been changed so that if outlets are submerged, they are not exempt from meeting Subsection R392-302-18(1) (VGB requirements). Other exemptions have been expanded to include the following requirements: restroom and cleansing showers; diving areas; depth markings; underwater lighting; supervision of bathers; bather load; and pool color. The definition of a collection zone is introduced. Construction and design requirements of the collection zone are added.