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Virginia Administrative Code (Last Updated: January 10, 2017) |
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Title 12. Health |
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Agency 5. Department of Health |
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Chapter 460. Regulations Governing Tourist Establishment Swimming Pools and Other Publicpools |
Section 150. Lighting
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Where pools are to be used after dark, the swimming pool area shall be equipped with lighting fixtures of such number and design as to light all parts of the pool, the water therein, and the entire area. Fixtures should be installed in such a manner as to create no hazard to the bathers. The design and installation of the fixtures should be such that lifeguards can clearly see every part of the swimming pool including decks, spring boards, and other appurtenances without being blinded by glare. If installed, submarine lights shall provide at least one watt per square foot of pool area. Each submarine light shall be properly connected to a ground wire.
Historical Notes
Derived from VR355-35-05 § 15, eff. March 1, 1962.
Statutory Authority
§ 35.1-13 of the Code of Virginia.