Texas Administrative Code
Title 26 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Part 1 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
Chapter 748 - MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR GENERAL RESIDENTIAL OPERATIONS
Subchapter P - PHYSICAL SITE
Division 9 - SWIMMING POOLS, WADING/SPLASHING POOLS, AND HOT TUBS
Section 748.3601 - What are the requirements for swimming pools that a child uses?
Current through Reg. 49, No. 38; September 20, 2024
If a swimming pool with more than two feet of water is used in an activity sponsored by you, then the swimming pool, either at or away from your operation, must meet the following criteria:
(1) At least two life-saving devices must be available, such as a reach pole, backboard, buoy, or a safety throw bag with a brightly colored buoyant rope or throw line;
(2) One additional life-saving device must be available for each 2,000 square feet of water surface, so a pool of 2,000 square feet would require three life saving devices;
(3) Drain grates, vacuum outlets, and skimmer covers must be in place;
(4) Pool chemicals and pumps must be inaccessible to all children;
(5) Machinery rooms must be locked when any child is present;
(6) All parts of the swimming pool, including the bottom of the pool, must be clearly visible during the use of the pool;
(7) Pool covers must be completely removed prior to pool use and must not present an entrapment hazard; and
(8) Swimming area rules and emergency procedures must be posted at the swimming area and explained to the children.
