454.1.7.7 Wading Pool Decks

When within 50 feet of swimming pools, wading pools shall be separated from the swimming pool by an effective barrier or a fence of a minimum of 48 inches (1219 mm) in height with self-latching and self-closing gates. When adjacent to areas less than 1 foot (305 mm) deep of zero depth entry pools, the fence or effective barrier is required if the water edges are less than 40 feet (12 192 mm) apart. Where the walking distance is at least 50 feet (15 240 mm) between the wading pool and all other pools, fencing requirements should be carefully considered by the applicant to control usage, but are not required by rule. Effective barriers that are designed to define the walking path shall be subject to review and approval by the department. Wading pools shall have a minimum 10-feet (3048 mm) wide deck around at least 50 percent of their perimeter with the remainder of the perimeter deck being at least 4 feet (1219 mm) wide. There shall be at least 10 feet (3048 mm) between adjacent swimming pools and wading pools.