Current through August 26, 2024
(1) GENERAL.
(a)
Posting of rules; all
pools.1. The operator shall post
pool use rules governing safety and sanitation and shall enforce those
rules.
2. Rules shall be conveyed
using words with letters at least one inch high, or symbols that are at least 4
inches in height and clearly visible to patrons.
3. A legible sign showing pool use rules
shall be posted in a conspicuous place.
(b)
Signage contents.
1. Pool signage shall contain the minimum
information, as applicable:
a. Do not enter
the pool if you have a communicable disease or an open cut.
b. Do not bring food, drink, gum, or tobacco
into the pool.
c. Shower
immediately before entering the pool and after use of a steam room, sauna, or
toilet facilities.
d. Do not run or
engage in rough play in the pool area.
e. Do not bring animals into the pool
area.
f. Diaper changing on the
pool deck is prohibited.
g. Glass
and shatterable items are prohibited in the pool
area.
(c)
Supervision of children under the age of 12. For a
non-lifeguarded pool, a statement indicating that children under the age of 12
shall be supervised by an adult shall be added the signage requirements in par.
(b).
(d)
"No Diving";
signage. A pool that is 200 square feet in area or greater that does
not have an approved diving well configuration shall have "NO DIVING" signs in
at least 4 inch high letters included with the rules listed under par. (b).
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(e)
Maximum patron load;
signage. A sign showing the maximum patron load shall be conspicuously
displayed near each pool. The maximum patron load pursuant to s. ATCP 76.25,
may not be exceeded.
(f)
Breath holding; prohibition. The operator of a pool shall
provide signage or otherwise communicate to patrons that activities involving
prolonged breath holding are prohibited.
(2) POOL SLIDES AND WATERSLIDES AND OTHER
WATERRIDES.
(a)
Posting of rules;
pool slides and waterslides. For the plunge section of a pool, the
pool use rules signage required under sub. (1), shall be provided.
Additionally, the following rules shall be provided and be conspicuously posted
at the entrance to the slide tower in at least one inch lettering:
1. Do not use the slide while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
2.
Follow the instructions of the attendant.
3. Leave the plunge area immediately after
using the slide.
4. WARNING: Water
depth is feet.
5. Follow any rule
required by the manufacturer of the attraction.
(b)
Special instruction. The
operator shall ensure that the patron is instructed using words, pictures, or
symbols on how to position themselves and safely ride or otherwise participate
in the attraction.
(3)
WHIRLPOOLS. For whirlpools, the signage required under sub. (1) shall be
conspicuously posted in the whirlpool area and include at a minimum, all of the
following rules preceded by the word "WARNING" conspicuously printed in at
least one inch letters:
(a) Persons suffering
from heart disease, diabetes, or high or low blood pressure should consult
their physician before using a whirlpool.
(b) Persons under the influence of alcohol or
drugs may not use the whirlpool.
(c) Pregnant women should consult their
physician regarding whirlpool usage.
(d) Lengthy exposure may be hazardous to your
health and may result in nausea, dizziness, or fainting.
(e) Minors under the age of 6 are not
permitted in the whirlpool.
(4) VORTEX POOL, CURRENT POOL, AND OTHER
RIDES THAT RAPIDLY MOVE OR CHANGE POSITION OF THE PATRON. For vortex pool,
current pool and other rides that rapidly move or change position of the
patron, the signage required in sub. (1), shall be conspicuously posted and
include "Artificial Current; Strong Swimmers Only." in 4 inch or larger
letters.
(5) COLD SOAK POOLS. For
cold soak pools, the signage required under sub. (1), shall be conspicuously
posted in the cold soak area and include a sign that states the water
temperature in Fahrenheit in at least 4 inch high letters.
(6) INTERACTIVE PLAY ATTRACTIONS. The signage
required under sub. (1) shall be conspicuously posted on the periphery of the
interactive play attraction.
This section is created eff. 9-24-23 by CR
22-021.
