(a) In public pools and similar installations in which diving and swimming are allowed, the area of the pool in which diving is permitted must be: - (i) In the case of a rectangular pool, at one end of the pool which is separated from the main swimming area by a lifeline; or
- (ii) In the case of a T, L, or Z shaped pool, in a recessed area forming one of the lags of the T, L, or Z which is separated from the main swimming area by a lifeline.
(b) A pool designed only for diving may be located in an area which is separate from a pool designed for swimming.
(c) Diving boards, towers and platforms in excess of three (3) meters in height shall: - (i) Comply with the dimensional design requirements of FINA, U.S. Diving, National Federation of State High School Associations (NFSHSA); and
- (ii) Not be allowed in a pool without special provisions, controls and definite limitations on their use. Where such boards, towers or platforms are permitted, their use must be limited to adequately trained personnel and must not be open to the general public.
(d) Supports for diving equipment, platforms, stairs, and ladders for diving equipment shall be designed to carry the anticipated loads. - (i) Stairs and ladders shall be of corrosion-resistiant material, easily cleanable and with slip-resistant tread.
(e) Platforms and diving equipment of one (1) meter or higher shall be protected with hand rails which shall be at least thirty (30) inches above the diving board and extend to the edge of the pool wall. - (i) All platforms or diving equipment higher than one (1) meter shall have guard rails which are at least thirty six (36) inches above the diving board and extend to the edge of the pool wall.
(f) Diving equipment shall: - (i) Be designed for swimming pool use;
- (ii) Be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations;
- (iii) Have slip-resistant tread surfaces; and
- (iv) Be permanently anchored to the pool deck.
- (A) The edge of the board at the tip end shall be parallel to the water surface; and
- (B) The tip end of the board over the pool water surface may be higher than the butt end of the board.