Section ATCP 76.29 - Posting pool rules(1) GENERAL. (a)Posting of rules; all pools.1. The operator shall post pool use rules governing safety and sanitation and shall enforce those rules.2. Rules shall be conveyed using words with letters at least one inch high, or symbols that are at least 4 inches in height and clearly visible to patrons.3. A legible sign showing pool use rules shall be posted in a conspicuous place.(b)Signage contents.1. Pool signage shall contain the minimum information, as applicable:a. Do not enter the pool if you have a communicable disease or an open cut.b. Do not bring food, drink, gum, or tobacco into the pool.c. Shower immediately before entering the pool and after use of a steam room, sauna, or toilet facilities.d. Do not run or engage in rough play in the pool area.e. Do not bring animals into the pool area.f. Diaper changing on the pool deck is prohibited.g. Glass and shatterable items are prohibited in the pool area.(c)Supervision of children under the age of 12. For a non-lifeguarded pool, a statement indicating that children under the age of 12 shall be supervised by an adult shall be added the signage requirements in par. (b).(d)"No Diving"; signage. A pool that is 200 square feet in area or greater that does not have an approved diving well configuration shall have "NO DIVING" signs in at least 4 inch high letters included with the rules listed under par. (b). Pf(e)Maximum patron load; signage. A sign showing the maximum patron load shall be conspicuously displayed near each pool. The maximum patron load pursuant to s. ATCP 76.25, may not be exceeded.(f)Breath holding; prohibition. The operator of a pool shall provide signage or otherwise communicate to patrons that activities involving prolonged breath holding are prohibited.(2) POOL SLIDES AND WATERSLIDES AND OTHER WATERRIDES. (a)Posting of rules; pool slides and waterslides. For the plunge section of a pool, the pool use rules signage required under sub. (1), shall be provided. Additionally, the following rules shall be provided and be conspicuously posted at the entrance to the slide tower in at least one inch lettering: 1. Do not use the slide while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.2. Follow the instructions of the attendant.3. Leave the plunge area immediately after using the slide.4. WARNING: Water depth is feet.5. Follow any rule required by the manufacturer of the attraction.(b)Special instruction. The operator shall ensure that the patron is instructed using words, pictures, or symbols on how to position themselves and safely ride or otherwise participate in the attraction.(3) WHIRLPOOLS. For whirlpools, the signage required under sub. (1) shall be conspicuously posted in the whirlpool area and include at a minimum, all of the following rules preceded by the word "WARNING" conspicuously printed in at least one inch letters: (a) Persons suffering from heart disease, diabetes, or high or low blood pressure should consult their physician before using a whirlpool.(b) Persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs may not use the whirlpool.(c) Pregnant women should consult their physician regarding whirlpool usage.(d) Lengthy exposure may be hazardous to your health and may result in nausea, dizziness, or fainting.(e) Minors under the age of 6 are not permitted in the whirlpool.(4) VORTEX POOL, CURRENT POOL, AND OTHER RIDES THAT RAPIDLY MOVE OR CHANGE POSITION OF THE PATRON. For vortex pool, current pool and other rides that rapidly move or change position of the patron, the signage required in sub. (1), shall be conspicuously posted and include "Artificial Current; Strong Swimmers Only." in 4 inch or larger letters.(5) COLD SOAK POOLS. For cold soak pools, the signage required under sub. (1), shall be conspicuously posted in the cold soak area and include a sign that states the water temperature in Fahrenheit in at least 4 inch high letters.(6) INTERACTIVE PLAY ATTRACTIONS. The signage required under sub. (1) shall be conspicuously posted on the periphery of the interactive play attraction.Wis. Admin. Code Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection ATCP 76.29
Renumbered from DHS 172.29 Register June 2016 No. 726; correction in (1) (d) made under s. 13.92(4) (b) 7, Stats., Register June 2016 No. 726; correction in (1) (c) made under s. 35.17, Stats., Register June 2016 No. 726, eff. 7/1/2016Adopted by, CR 22-021: cr. Register June 2023 No. 810, eff. 9-24-23; correction in (6) made under s. 35.17, Stats., Register June 2023 No. 810, eff. 9/24/2023This section is created eff. 9-24-23 by CR 22-021.