Virginia Administrative Code
Title 8 - EDUCATION
Agency 20 - STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Chapter 780 - STANDARDS FOR LICENSED CHILD DAY CENTERS
Part VI - Programs
Section 8VAC20-780-470 - Pools and equipment
Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 16, March 25, 2024
A. When permanent swimming or wading pools are located on the premises of the center, the following shall apply:
B. If children are allowed to swim in a lake or other place other than a pool, safe swimming areas shall be clearly marked and there shall be appropriate water safety equipment.
C. Piers, floats, and platforms shall be in good repair and where used for diving, the minimum water depth shall be stated on the deck or planking.
D. If portable wading pools without integral filter systems are used, they shall be emptied after the use of each group of children, rinsed, and filled with clean water, or more frequently as necessary.
E. Children who are not toilet trained may not use portable wading pools.
F. After each day's use, portable wading pools shall be emptied, sanitized, and stored in a position to keep them clean and dry.
Statutory Authority: §§ 22.1-16 and 22.1-289.046 of the Code of Virginia.