Oklahoma Administrative Code
Title 310 - Oklahoma State Department of Health
Chapter 320 - Public Bathing Place Operations
Subchapter 3 - Operational Provisions
Section 310:320-3-3 - Rules and precautions for patrons
Universal Citation: OK Admin Code 310:320-3-3
Current through Vol. 42, No. 1, September 16, 2024
(a) Rules for pools. Rules governing the use of pools, spas, and other public bathing places shall be displayed on signs large enough for easy reading which are posted at the entrance to the pool, dressing rooms, or other appropriate places. Sign shall provide, in similar language, that:
(1) A cleansing shower bath, using warm water
and soap, must be taken before entering the pool.
(2) Persons with open wounds, bandages, or
any symptom of communicable disease shall be prevented from entering the
pool.
(3) Swimming alone is
prohibited.
(4) At pools which do
not have attendants or lifeguards on duty, children under twelve (12) years of
age must be accompanied by an adult responsible for that individual child at
the pool side.
(5) Running and
rough play are prohibited in and around the pool.
(6) "Cut-offs" should be hemmed.
(7) Excess body lotions should be removed
prior to entering the water.
(8)
Bathing load limits shall be posted and enforced. See Standards Section
310:315-7-3.
(9) "NO LIFEGUARD OR ATTENDANT ON DUTY" where
appropriate. See OAC
310:320-3-2.
(b) Precautions for spas. Precautions for spa patrons shall be posted on a sign which provides, in similar language, that "Persons who are pregnant, taking medication, or have any history of cardiovascular disease should consult a physician before entering hot water. Drugs and alcohol are prohibited."
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