Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 511 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Chapter 511-3 - ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH HAZARDS
Subject 511-3-5 - PUBLIC SWIMMING POOLS, SPAS, AND RECREATIONAL WATER PARKS
Rule 511-3-5-.15 - Water Supply and Wastewater Disposal

Universal Citation: GA Rules and Regs r 511-3-5-.15

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through September 23, 2024

(1) The water supply for public pools and spas, showers, lavatories, drinking fountains and any other uses in conjunction with the public pool shall be from an approved and potable source and shall be approved by the local health authority before use. Water in the pool shall meet the requirements of DPH Rule 511-3-5-.17 before the pool may be used by bathers.

(2) No direct mechanical connection shall be made between the potable water supply and the swimming pool, chlorinating equipment, or the system of piping for the pool, unless it is protected against backflow and back-siphonage through an air gap meeting the latest ANSI/ASME standard A112.1.2 and the International Plumbing Code or other equivalent means approved by the health authority.

(3) An over-the-rim spout, if used, shall be located under a diving board, adjacent to a ladder or otherwise properly shielded so as not to create a hazard. Its open end shall have no sharp edges and shall not protrude more than two inches beyond the edge of the pool. The open end shall be separated from the water by an air gap of at least one and one-half pipe diameters measured from the pipe outlet to the rim.

(4) Backwash water may be discharged into a sanitary sewer through an approved air gap or into an approved subsurface disposal system or by other means approved by the health authority.

(5) Backwash water shall not be returned to the public swimming pool, equipment reservoir or surge tank. Use of backwash water for other purposes must meet state or local law or ordinances.

(6) Where necessary, filter backwash water shall be diverted to a settling tank to eliminate diatomaceous earth and contaminants in the water that exceed the limits set by the state or local water authority.

(7) If required by the water authority, pool water may require neutralizing before being completely drained into a sanitary sewer.

O.C.G.A. §§ 31-2A-6, 31-12-8, 31-45-10.

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