Nevada Administrative Code
Chapter 444 - Sanitation
PUBLIC SPAS
Construction of Spa
Section 444.506 - Disinfectants: Use of chlorine gas
Universal Citation: NV Admin Code 444.506
Current through September 16, 2024
1. Where equipment for the use of chlorine gas is provided, the mechanical proportioning device, required scales and cylinders of chlorine must be housed above grade in a reasonable gas-tight room which is mechanically vented and constructed of materials which are resistive to corrosion, and which is equipped with a door which opens outward to the outside.
2. Facilities in which chlorine gas is used must be provided with:
(a) Equipment for
fastening chlorine cylinders firmly in place.
(b) Keys or valves on chlorine cylinders to
permit quick shutoff in case of emergency.
(c) A chlorine feeding device which will vent
leaking chlorine gas to the outside and away from the spa during emergencies
and interruptions in the water supply.
(d) An airtight duct beginning near the floor
of the room and ending at a safe point of discharge at least 8 feet (2.44
meters) above the surrounding grade outside.
(e) A mechanical exhaust system capable of
providing at least one air change per minute in the room.
(f) An observation window at least 18 square
inches (116.14 square centimeters) which provides a good view of the inside of
the chlorine room.
(g) Artificial
illumination of at least 20 foot-candles which permits a person to observe and
maintain equipment in the room.
(h)
Switches for the control of artificial lighting and ventilation, located
outside the room and near the door.
(i) A gas mask designed for use in a chlorine
atmosphere, of a type approved by an appropriate federal agency and stored in a
closed, unlocked cabinet located outside the room with a replacement canister
and a record book in which mask usage can be recorded.
(j) Personnel trained to the satisfaction of
the health authority in handling chlorine and chlorination equipment.
(k) A means to keep the temperature inside
the room housing the chlorine metering equipment at a minimum temperature of 55
degrees Fahrenheit (12.8 degrees Celsius).
(l) A sign stating "CAUTION - CHLORINE GAS"
placed on the outside of the door to the chlorinator room.
(m) A leakage test kit consisting of ammonia
water and a sponge swab.
(n) A
placard posted outside the storage enclosure for cylinders of chlorine gas
which has first-aid measures described on it and the telephone number of the
supplier of the chlorine gas.
(o) A
chlorine gas detector with an audible alarm for each storage enclosure for
cylinders of chlorine gas.
Bd. of Health, Public Spa Reg. Art. 25 §§ 25.3-25.3.10, eff. 11-27-79-NAC A 11-2-88
NRS 439.200, 444.070
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