Utah Administrative Code
Topic - Health
Title R392 - Population Health, Environmental Health
Rule R392-302 - Design, Construction and Operation of Public Pools
Section R392-302-41 - Special Purpose Pools: Interactive Water Features

Universal Citation: UT Admin Code R 392-302-41

Current through Bulletin 2024-06, March 15, 2024

(1) The manager shall consult with the local health officer before opening an interactive water feature.

(2) The manager shall ensure that each interactive water feature:

(a) meets any applicable requirement of this rule in addition to this section;

(b) component is designed, constructed, maintained, and operated so there is no slip, fall, or other safety hazards; and

(c) meets the standards of Title 15a, State Construction and Fire Codes Act.

(3) If an interactive water feature is constructed of a non-cementitious material, the manager shall ensure that documentation is submitted to the local health department with plans as described in Section R392-302-5 including that the surface material has been tested and passed by an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited testing facility using one of the following standards that is appropriate to the material used:

(a) for pools built with prefabricated pool sections or pool members, the ISO 19712-1:2008 - Plastics -- Decorative solid surfacing materials -- Part 1: Classification and specifications, which is incorporated by reference; or

(b) a standard that has been approved by the local health officer based on whether the standard applies to the surface and whether it determines compliance with the requirements of Section R392-302-9.

(4) The manager shall ensure that each interactive water feature collection zone:

(a) meets the construction material requirements described in Section R392-302-9;

(b) is free of cracks or open joints, except for structural expansion joints or openings that allow water to drain to the collector tank; and

(c) openings that drain to the collector tank do not pass a one-half inch sphere.

(5) The manager shall ensure that:

(a) any nozzle that sprays from the ground level is flush with the ground, with openings no greater than 1/2 inch in diameter;

(b) if the spray nozzle extends above ground level the spray nozzle is clearly visible and does not present a trip hazard;

(c) each area adjacent to the water feature collection zone is sloped away from the interactive water feature at a minimum of 2% to deck drains or other approved surface water disposal systems;

(d) each interactive water feature has a continuous deck at least three feet wide as measured from the edge of the collection zones and extends completely around the interactive water feature;

(e) water discharged from each interactive water feature fountain or spray feature freely drains by gravity flow through a main drain fitting to a below grade sump or collection system that discharges to a collector tank;

(f) when the interactive water feature is not in operation, water drains freely so there is no ponding; and

(g) each interactive water feature fogger or mister that produces finely atomized mist is supplied directly from a potable water source and not from the underground reservoir.

(6) The manager shall ensure that an interactive water feature:

(a) has an automated ORP and pH controller installed and in operation when the feature is open for use that is capable of maintaining disinfection and pH levels within the requirements for special purpose pools described in Table 3; and

(b) has an approved secondary disinfection system that meets the requirements described in Subsection R392-302-35(8).

(7) The manager shall post a sign that meets the requirements of a two-inch safety sign as described in Subsection R392-302-32(1) that contains the following information:

(a) a sign heading with the safety signal word "caution" centered at the top of the sign; and

(b) sign text that states:
(i) "no running on or around the interactive water feature";

(ii) "children age 12 and under must have adult supervision";

(iii) "no food, drink, glass or pets are allowed on or around the interactive water feature"; and

(iv) "diapers shall only be changed in restrooms".

(8) If the interactive water feature is operated at night, the manager shall ensure that five foot-candles of light are provided in the each area of the water feature and lighting is:

(a) installed in accordance with manufacturer's specifications; and

(b) meets the requirements of building code as defined.

(9) The manager shall ensure that:

(a) the interactive water feature filter system:
(i) is capable of filtering and treating the entire water volume of the water feature within 30 minutes;

(ii) has a minimum of four equally spaced inlet fittings that pump from the collector tank and return filtered and treated water to the tank, and that the inlet spacing meets the requirements of Section R392-302-20;

(b) the interactive water feature circulation system is on a separate loop and not directly interconnected with the interactive water feature pump;

(c) the suction intake of the interactive water feature pump in the underground reservoir is located adjacent to the circulation return line and is located to maximize uniform circulation of the tank;

(d) the suction intake from the interactive water feature circulation pump is in the lowest portion of the underground reservoir;

(e) an automated water level controller is provided for the interactive water feature, and the potable water line that supplies the feature meets the requirements of Section R392-302-6;

(f) the water velocity through each feature nozzle of the interactive water feature meets manufacturer's specifications and does not exceed 20 feet per second;

(g) the minimum size of the interactive water feature sump or collector tank is equal to the volume of three minutes of the combined flow of each feature pump and the filter pump;

(h) access lids or doors for the sump and collection tank are provided that:
(i) are sized to allow easy maintenance;

(ii) provide security from unauthorized access; and

(iii) have stairs or a ladder provided, as needed, to ensure safe entry into the tank for cleaning and inspection; and

(j) a means of vacuuming and completely draining the interactive water feature tank is provided.

(10) The local health officer may exempt interactive water feature from:

(a) Subsection R392-302-9(1)(c) to allow an interactive water feature to be a color other than white or light pastel;

(b) Section R392-302-11. Walls;

(c) Section R392-302-12. Diving Areas;

(d) Section R392-302-13. Pool Entry and Exits;

(e) Section R392-302-14. Depth Markings, Safety Markings and Safety Ropes;

(f) Section R392-302-16. Handholds;

(g) Section R392-302-17. Fencing and Barriers;

(h) Section R392-302-22. Overflow Gutters and Skimming Devices;

(i) Section R392-302-27. Dressing Rooms;

(j) Section R392-302-28, if a toilet, hand washing sink, and changing table is available within 150 feet;

(k) Section R392-302-30, except that an interactive water feature is equipped with a first aid kit as described in Subsection R392-302-30(4); and

(l) Subsection R392-302-24(4), water clarity and temperature requirements.

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