State Codes
Maryland Pool Code
Code: | Maryland COMAR 10.17.01.04 |
Effective Date: | February 2, 1997 |
Governing Body: | Maryland Department of Environmental Health |
Notes: | The Maryland COMAR 10.17.01.04 requires distinct wording on their No Lifeguard sign which must be posted at semi-public pools or public spas that do not have a lifeguard on duty. Pool rules must be posted at the entrance. Most commercial swimming pool rules signs will comply with the Maryland rules as long as they incorporate all common safety and health regulations required for swimming pools. |
Required Pool Safety Equipment For Maryland
Equipment | Required | Notes | |
Rescue Pole | Yes | 12' Required | Shop |
Shepherds Crook | Yes | Shop | |
Ring Buoys | Yes | 18" Life Ring Buoy Required | Shop |
Throw Line | Yes | 1/4" diameter, 50' required | Shop |
Depth Markers | Yes | In feet, at waterline on wall and on deck. Slip resistant. Deck shall be within 18 inches of the water edge. Installed at maximum and minimum depths and all points of slope change. Installed inermediate increments of water depth not to exceed 2 ft. nor greater than 25 ft. Arranged uniformly on both sides and both ends of pool. | Shop |
Rope & Float Line | Yes | Provided between 1-2 ft. on shallow side of break in grade between shallow and deep portion. Position marked with visible floats at not greater than 7' intervals. | Shop |
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