Alabama Pool Regulations
Alabama Swimming Pool Rules and Regulations
Pool owners in Alabama must be aware of the state's swimming pool rules and regulations. Regulations in the State of Alabama for commercial swimming pools dictates the required safety equipment, pool rules signs, safety signs as well as various other traditional construction and safety regulations related to swimming pools. By following these simple rules and regulations, you can help ensure that your pool is safe and enjoyable for everyone.
Alabama Pool Regulations Overview
| Code: | ANSI/APSP Standards |
| Effective Date: | August 1, 2013 |
| Governing Body: | Alabama Department of Public Health |
| Notes: |
Seven of Alabama's 67 counties have local swimming pool rules that may differ from the state sign. Most commercial swimming pool rules signs in the other counties will comply with the Alabama rules as long as they incorporate all common safety and health regulations required for swimming pools. |
Required Equipment for Public Pools
- Rescue Poles
- Shepherds Crook
- Ring Buoys
- Throw Lines
- Depth Markers
- Rope & Float Line
- Lifeguard Chairs
- Rescue Tubes
- First Aid Kits
- Gloves
Safety Equipment Notes
- Rescue Pole 12' Required
- Ring Buoy 18" Life Ring Buoy Required
- Throw Line 1 1/2X maximum width of pool or 50 Feet, whichever is less.
- Rope & Float Line A rope and float line shall be located 1 to 2 feet on the shallow side of contrasting band (required on pools over 6 feet 4 inches. Fasten to wall with corrosion-resistant materials, recessed to wall. Size and strength to offer good hand hold.
- Lifeguard Chairs Lifeguard chairs or stations required for pools requiring lifeguards.
- Rescue Tube If applicable, lifeguards must be equipped with a rescue tube and be appropriately attired.
- Depth Markers Within 18” of water edge, installed at maximum and minimum depths, at all slope changes, at increments of water depth not to exceed 2 feet not spaced to exceed 25 feet, arranged uniformly on both sides and ends of pool. Slip Resistant on deck. Lettering shall spell out or abbreviate: FT OR FEET, IN OR INCHES. NO DIVING SYMBOL at depths of 5 ft. or less and spaced at intervals of not more than 25 feet.
Telephone Signs
Safety Notification Signs
Pool Rules Signs
Spa Rules Signs
No Diving Signs
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