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37.111.1158    WADING POOLS

(1) Wading pools for children shall be physically separated from swimming pools by means of at least a 4-foot fence or barrier.

(2) A fence or barrier shall be provided on the outside of the deck area of all outdoor wading pools.

(3) Wading pools shall have a maximum water depth of 24 inches. The water depth at the perimeter shall not exceed 18 inches.

(4) Wading pools must:

(a) be connected to the pool, recirculation, disinfection system, or

(b) have a recirculation, disinfection system of its own capable of a 1 hour turnover rate, or

(c) operate as a flow-through system with a 1 hour turnover rate.

(5) Floors of wading pools shall be uniform slip-resistant finish, sloped to drain completely with a maximum slope of 1 foot in 12 feet.

(6) The water in all wading pools shall be kept sufficiently clear so that the bottom of the wading pool is visible at all times.

History: Sec. 50-53-103, MCA; IMP, Sec. 50-53-107, MCA; NEW, 1985 MAR p. 782, Eff. 6/28/85; TRANS, from DHES, 2001 MAR p. 2425.

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