(a) A lifeline shall be provided at all public swimming pools and similar installations.
(b) A lifeline shall be located two (2) feet (.6m) on the shallow side of: - (i) The break in grade between the shallow and deep ends; or
- (ii) At the point where the water depth reaches five (5) feet, six (6) inches (1.65m).
(c) Lifelines shall be securely fastened to wall anchors. - (i) Wall anchors shall be:
- (A) Of corrosion-resistant materials; and
- (B) Recessed or have no projections that would constitute a safety hazard when the lifeline is removed.
(d) Lifelines shall be: - (i) Marked with visible floats at not greater than seven (7) foot (2.13m) intervals;
- (ii) Of sufficient size and strength to offer a good handhold and to support loads normally imposed by bathers; and
- (iii) Lie in place except when pool use is restricted to lap swimming by competent swimmers, water exercise classes or to supervised swimming instruction by a certified swim instructor.