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809.2 Entry and Exit

Swimming Pool and Spa Code 2015 of Massachusetts > 8 Permanent Inground Residential Swimming Pools > 809 Special Features > 809.2 Entry and Exit
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Pools shall have a means of entry and exit in all shallow areas where the design water depth of the shallow area at the shallowest point exceeds 24 inches (610 mm). Entries and exits shall consist of one or a combination of the following: steps, stairs, ladders, treads, ramps, beach entries, underwater seats, benches, swimouts and other approved designs. The means of entry and exit shall be located on the shallow side of the first slope change.

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