DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

Omaha Municipal Code ch. 54, art. II, div. 3

in effect

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-91 Generally.

Sec. 54-91. - Generally. In addition to such other requirements as may be reasonably imposed under this Code, and by the HHSS, the DCHD shall not approve the construction of any public or commercial swimming pool or any alteration, addition, remodeling or other improvement to such swimming pool hereunder unless the design and construction requirements set forth in this division are observed in such construction, and such swimming pools shall be constructed and maintained in conformity with the requirements set forth in this division. (Code 1980, § 54-91; Ord. No. 33770, § 16, 12-19-95; Ord. No. 37382, § 26, 5-23-06)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-92 Materials.

Sec. 54-92. - Materials. The material used for lining artificial swimming pools shall be one which is light in color, is impervious, and will provide a tight tank with smooth and easily cleaned surfaces. (Code 1980, § 54-92)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-93 Depth.

Sec. 54-93. - Depth. The shallow portion of the pool shall be defined as that section of the pool separated from the diving area of the pool by the break point. Diving areas: The minimum dimensions of the swimming pool and appurtenances in the diving area shall conform to 178 NAC 4 Table 1. State Health Regulations (Note: These diving area dimensions may not meet the requirements of NCAA, US Diving, FINA, NF of SHSA, or AAU. Where competitive diving or competitive-type diving boards are used, compliance with NCAA, U.S. Diving, FINA, NF of SHSA, or AAU requirements is recommended.) Head room: There shall be a completely unobstructed clear distance of 16 feet above the diving board measured from the center of the front end of the board. This area must extend at least eight feet behind, eight feet to each side, and 16 feet ahead of the measuring point. Diving boards and platforms: Diving boards and platforms in excess of three meters in height are prohibited except where special design considerations and control of use are provided. Steps and guard rails for diving boards: Supports, platforms and steps for diving boards shall be designed and constructed to safely carry the maximum anticipated loads. Steps shall be of corrosion-resistant material, easily cleanable and of non-slip design. Handrails shall be provided at all steps and ladders leading to diving boards more than one meter above the water. Platforms and diving boards which are more than one meter high shall be protected with guard rails at least 36 inches high, extending at least to the edge of the water. Boards or platforms three meters (9.8 ft.) or higher, when permitted, shall have an effective side barrier. [image omitted; see the official code] Swimming Pool Dimensions TABLE 1 MINIMUM DIMENSIONS FOR POOLS WITH DIVING EQUIPMENT MINIMUM DIMENSIONS Maximum Board Height Over Water | Maximum Diving Board Length | D | L 1 | L 2 | Pool Width 26" (⅔ meter) | 10' | 8'-6" | 2'-6" | 10'-0" | 20'-0" 30" (¾ meter) | 12' | 9"-0" | 3'-0" | 10'-0" | 20"-0" 1 meter | 16' | 10'-0" | 4'-0" | 12'-0" | 20'-0" 3 meter | 16' | 12'-0" | 6'-0" | 12'-0" | 24'-0" Placement of board shall observe the following minimum dimensions. With multiple board installations minimum pool widths shall be increased accordingly. For diving boards or platforms greater than 20 inches in width, add ½ of the width over 20 inches to the following dimensions. Center line of 1 meter or less board to pool side .....10'—0" Center line of 3 meter board to pool side .....12'—0" Center line distance between adjacent boards .....10'—0" (Code 1980, § 54-93; Ord. No. 37382, § 27, 5-23-06)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-94 Slope of bottom.

Sec. 54-94. - Slope of bottom. The slope of the floor in the shallow area shall be uniform and shall not be greater than one foot vertical in 12 feet horizontal. Where the water depth exceeds five feet, the bottom slope shall not exceed one foot vertical in three feet horizontal. (Code 1980, § 54-94; Ord. No. 37382, § 28, 5-23-06)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-95 Vertical wall depth.

Sec. 54-95. - Vertical wall depth. Pool walls shall be either (a) vertical for water depths of at least five feet or (b) vertical for a distance of three feet below the water level with a transition curving at any cross section on a radius equal to the difference between the bottom depth and three feet. A three-inch transition radius may be used at pool depths less than three feet. Underwater benches and ledges are not permitted unless it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the health department that such benches and ledges are a necessary part of the intended use of the pool. (Code 1980, § 54-95)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-96 Depth markers.

Sec. 54-96. - Depth markers. Depths of water shall be plainly marked at or above the water surface on the vertical pool wall and on the edge of the deck or walk next to the pool, at minimum and maximum depths, at the breakpoint between the deep and shallow portions, and at intermediate increments of depth, spaced at not more than 25-foot intervals. Depth markers shall be in numerals of four-inch minimum height and of a color contrasting with background. Markers shall be on both sides and ends of the pool. (Code 1980, § 54-96)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-97 Ladders.

Sec. 54-97. - Ladders. Recessed steps, ladders, or stairs shall be provided at the shallow end. Ladders or recessed steps shall be provided at the deep end. If the pool is over 30 feet wide such steps ladders or stairs shall be installed on each side. A side handrail extending up, above and returning to the horizontal surface of the pool deck, curb or coping shall be provided at each side of each ladder. (Code 1980, § 54-97; Ord. No. 37382, § 29, 5-23-06)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-98 Life line.

Sec. 54-98. - Life line. A life line shall be provided at the breakpoint between the shallow and deep portions or on the shallow side of the breakpoint of any public swimming pool. The boundary line between the shallow and deep areas shall be marked by a line of contrasting color at least four-inches wide on the floor and walls of the pool. Life lines shall be one-half inch minimum diameter, with colored floats not more than five feet apart. The terminals shall be made of corrosion-resistant material, shall be recessed and shall have no projection which will constitute a hazard. (Code 1980, § 54-98; Ord. No. 37382, § 30, 5-23-06)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-99 Emergency area.

Sec. 54-99. - Emergency area. Every swimming pool shall have a readily accessible room or area designated and equipped for emergency care. (Code 1980, § 54-99)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-100 Obstructions.

Sec. 54-100. - Obstructions. There shall be no obstruction extending from the wall or the floor into the clear area of the diving portion of the pool. There shall be a completely unobstructed clear distance of 13 feet above the highest diving board. (Code 1980, § 54-100)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-101 Diving area and towers.

Sec. 54-101. - Diving area and towers. The diving area shall be dimensioned in accordance with the figure (following section 54-93). Diving towers in excess of nine feet ten inches or three meters in height are not acceptable in a public pool without special provisions, controls and definite limitations on their use. (Code 1980, § 54-101; Ord. No. 37382, § 31, 5-23-06)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-102 Drains.

Sec. 54-102. - Drains. The outlet grate clear area of the main drain shall be such that, at maximum flow of water, the velocity through the clear area of the grate shall not be greater than one and one-half feet per second. Outlet grates shall be anchored and openings in grates shall be slotted and the maximum dimension of slots shall be one-half inch. This shall include anti-vortex type drains and other drains that may be approved by the HHSS to make necessary safety enhancement. Where outlet fittings consist of parallel plates, or so-called anti-vortex type, where the water enters the fittings from the sides rather than through a grating facing upward, entrance velocities may be increased to six feet per second. All pool fittings shall be fabricated of noncorrosive material. (Code 1980, § 54-102; Ord. No. 37382, § 32, 5-23-06)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-103 Water purification system—Generally.

Sec. 54-103. - Water purification system—Generally. Each pool shall have a water purification system which meets the specifications of this chapter and the city's building code. _____ (Code 1980, § 54-103)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-104 Same—Turnover cycle.

Sec. 54-104. - Same—Turnover cycle. The turnover cycle shall be as follows: Type or Depth of Pool | Required Turnover Rate Spray parks with no standing water | One system volume of water every 30 minutes or less Pool areas less than or equal to two feet in water depth | One pool volume of water every one hour or less Pool areas greater than two feet but less than or equal to three feet in water depth | One pool volume of water every two hours or less Pool areas greater than three feet but less than or equal to five feet in water depth | One pool volume of water every four hours or less Pool areas greater than five feet in water depth | One pool volume of water every six hours or less _____ (Code 1980, § 54-104; Ord. No. 37382, § 33, 5-23-06)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-105 Filter system—Location.

Sec. 54-105. - Filter system—Location. All filtration equipment shall be located in a room or building or other approved area having sufficient area and head room to permit convenient operation, repair and replacement of any unit or part of the system. (Code 1980, § 54-105; Ord. No. 37382, § 34, 5-23-06)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-106 Same—Diatomite filters.

Sec. 54-106. - Same—Diatomite filters. (a) The design filtration rate for pressure or vacuum diatomite filters shall be no greater than one and one-half gallons per minute per square foot of effective filter area, except that a maximum filtration rate of two gallons per minute per square foot may be allowed for vacuum diatomaceous earth filters only where continuous "body feed" is provided. All diatomite type filters shall bear the approval of the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF). (b) Provisions shall be made to introduce a precoat of filter aid to completely cover the filter elements after each cleaning. The precoat shall have a capacity sufficient to deposit not less than one-tenth pound of filter aid on each square foot of filter area. The valving and piping shall be arranged so that, during precoating, the effluent will be refiltered or disposed to waste without passing into the pool until the effluent is clean of suspended matter. (c) Equipment shall be provided for the continuous feed of filter aid to the filter influent. The equipment shall have a capacity to feed not less than one-tenth pound of filter aid per square foot of filter area over a 24-hour period. (Code 1980, § 54-106; Ord. No. 37382, § 35, 5-23-06)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-107 Same—Sand filters.

Sec. 54-107. - Same—Sand filters. (a) The design filtration rate of rapid sand filters must not exceed three gallons per minute per square foot of filter area. High-rate sand filters must not exceed a filtration rate of 15 gallons per minute per square foot. Higher rates may be used if the filter has been successfully tested against NSF/ANSI Standard 50 at the higher rate. The sand filter system must be equipped to backwash each filter at a rate of 15 gallons per minute per square foot of filter bed area, or as recommended by the manufacturer. A flow meter or other device which gives a continuous indication of the flow rate in gallons per minute to indicate the backwash rate for rapid sand filters must be provided. The backwash water must be discharged to waste through a suitable air gap. (b) In the complete filter installation, where dissimilar metals are used which may set up galvanic electric currents, the metals shall be separated with a suitable dielectric which will satisfactorily prevent electrolysis. (c) The filter bed shall consist of suitable grades of filter sand and a supporting bed of graded gravel or other porous material which shall serve to support the filter bed and distribute both filtered and backwash water uniformly. The supporting bed consisting of graded gravel or other material shall support not less than 20 inches of filter media consisting of silica sand or other durable, inert material with an effective size between four-tenths and fifty-five hundredths mm, and a uniformity coefficient not exceeding one and seventy-five hundredths. (d) The minimum freeboard to the draw-off point shall be not less than 12 inches above the normal level of the top of the filter bed. The minimum backwash rate shall be not less than 15 gallons per square foot of filter bed per minute. A backwash rate of 20 gallons per square foot and 18 inches of freeboard is recommended. (e) Where anthracite coat or other filter media is employed, the freeboard shall be adequate to prevent the media being carried off to waste when the filter bed is backwashed at a rate adequate to carry off foreign material filtered from the water. The freeboard and the rate of backwash shall be the subject of individual design, based upon specific gravity of the media. (f) The under-drain system shall be such that uniform distribution of backwash water shall be provided over the entire bed area. (g) The under-drain system shall be fabricated of material which is corrosion-resistant and enduring, wherein the orifices shall be so designed and of such material that they will maintain an approximately constant area. (h) The filter plant shall be provided with proper and adequate controls such as: (1) Air relief valves. (2) Backwash indicators or controllers. (3) Backwash sight glasses. (4) Loss of head gauges. (5) Rate of flow indicators or controllers. (6) Sampling cocks. (7) Valves and piping to regulate flow of water to and from filters for proper filtration and for backwash to waste. (i) The filter plant shall be provided with means for draining all filter units and piping, so that all parts of the system may be completely drained to prevent damage from freezing. (j) Each pressure filter unit shall be provided with an access opening of not less than a standard 11-inch by 15-inch manhole and cover. (k) Filter wash water may create nuisance conditions if not properly handled. New pools must discharge filter backwash and filter waste water to a sanitary sewer system if available. As an alternate, settling, decantation of supernatant, drying and disposal of sludge may be necessary. Determination and DCHD approval of waste water disposal should be made early in the planning process to permit flexibility in pool layout and site utilization. (Code 1980, § 54-107; Ord. No. 37382, § 36, 5-23-06)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-108 Overflow devices—Required.

Sec. 54-108. - Overflow devices—Required. An overflow gutter or skimmers shall be installed as a part of any public swimming pool. (Code 1980, § 54-108)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-109 Same—Overflow gutters.

Sec. 54-109. - Same—Overflow gutters. (a) An overflow gutter shall be installed continuously around the pool except across the top tread where steps are provided. The overflow gutters together with gutter drains and piping shall have a capacity approximately equal to 50 percent of the filter flow of the recirculation system. (b) The gutters shall slope to drains. The slope shall be not less than two inches in ten feet. The drains shall be spaced at a maximum of 15 feet on centers. This is not intended to preclude the use of roll-out or deck level type pools where other conditions are met and satisfactory design is provided. The diameter of branch piping from each overflow gutter drain shall be not less than two inches. (c) Disposal of water from the overflow gutters may be either to waste or water may enter the circulation system and be filtered and returned to the pool. (d) Where overflow gutter drains discharge directly into a sanitary sewer, a trap shall be provided in each main before discharge into the sewer. (e) The overflow gutter mains shall be sized as necessary to carry the overflow water freely. Openings in the overflow gutter grating shall not exceed one-quarter inch in width. (Code 1980, § 54-109)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-110 Same—Surface skimmers.

Sec. 54-110. - Same—Surface skimmers. Skimmers may be used in lieu of overflow gutters. Skimming devices shall be recessed into the pool wall, shall adequately remove floating materials and shall meet the following general specifications: (a) Each skimmer shall be designed for a flow-through rate of at least 30 gallons per minute and the total capacity of all skimmers in any pool shall be approximately 50 percent of the required filter flow of the recirculation system. (b) They shall be automatically adjustable to variations in water level over a range of at least three inches. (c) An easily removable and cleanable basket or screen through which all overflow water must pass shall be provided to trap large solids. (d) Skimmers shall be fabricated of substantial, enduring, and reasonably corrosion-resistant materials. (e) There shall be provided one skimming device for each 600 square feet of pool surface or fraction thereof, but not less than two units for any pool. They shall be installed at places where floating material will tend to accumulate, such as in corners or in curbed bays. (Code 1980, § 54-110)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-111 Pool fittings; inlets.

Sec. 54-111. - Pool fittings; inlets. There shall be a minimum of four inlets which will suffice for a pool with a perimeter of 80 feet. One additional inlet shall be provided for each additional 20 feet of perimeter or fraction thereof. One inlet shall be located in each corner or curved bay. Provisions shall be made to adjust the flow through all the inlets when the pool is being constructed. Water inlets shall be as close as practicable to the pool floor. (Code 1980, § 54-111)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-112 Piping.

Sec. 54-112. - Piping. (a) The determination of sizes of pipe, fittings, and valves on the complete main pump suction line from the swimming pool shall be based upon friction losses for piping of not more than six feet per 100 feet of pipe based upon the Hazen-Williams formula using a C factor of 100. The main drain piping shall be capable of carrying of at least 75 percent of the filter flow at the above stated head loss. The skimmer or gutter suction pipes shall be capable of carrying at least 50 percent of the filter flow at the above stated head loss. (b) All piping on the discharge side of the pump for filtration and to the point for discharge of backwash water from the filter plant shall have pipe sizes determined on a basis of friction losses which shall not be more than 12 feet per 100 feet based upon the Hazen-Williams formula using a C factor of 100. (c) All pool piping shall be supported to preclude possible settlement which could result in rupture of the pipe lines. (d) All pipe lines shall have a uniform slope in one direction of not less than three inches per 100 feet. Gravity waste lines around the pool six inches in diameter or smaller shall have a minimum slope of one-eighth inch per foot. Lines larger than six inches in diameter and all outfall waste mains shall be designed with a size of pipe and slope to freely carry the maximum flows required with no surcharge of back-pressure in the lines. All piping and equipment shall be provided with positive means of completely draining all water to prevent damage from freezing. (e) If plastic piping is used it shall carry the seal of the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF). Selection of material for piping, pool fittings, and filter system appurtenances should consider the possibility of galvanic action and resulting corrosion of exposed metal. (f) No direct connection between the water supply and a swimming pool or the piping therefor shall be permitted. A six-inch air gap or a surge tank shall be provided to prevent possible back-siphonage between the pool, the piping, and the water supply. Other approved, properly installed backflow prevention devices may be used in lieu of the air gap. Where the water supply has excessive amounts of iron or manganese, a make-up tank for treatment shall be provided. (g) All valves shall be permanently tagged. The various pipes shall be color coded in the following manner: Backwash line | Brown Gas line | Red Portable water line | Blue Chlorine line | Yellow Suction line | Gray Return line | Green Other chemical line | White (h) Where facilities are installed integrally in the pool piping system for the operation of a vacuum cleaner, the piping shall be required to produce not more than 15 feet total head loss at the pump, while moving four gallons per minute per linear inch of cleaner head. (Code 1980, § 54-112)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-113 Pool tub; structural stability.

Sec. 54-113. - Pool tub; structural stability. (a) All swimming pools shall be constructed of an inert and enduring material. The swimming pool must be capable of withstanding the maximum anticipated hydrostatic load with no water in the pool. (b) Provisions shall be made for the relief of pressures which might occur as a result of any hydrostatic or earth pressures. Means shall be provided for positive and continuous drainage from under the pool floor or around the pool walls, if groundwater is present or might occur. (c) Provisions shall be made to protect the pool structures from both internal and external stresses that may develop due to freezing. (Code 1980, § 54-113)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-114 Pump and motor.

Sec. 54-114. - Pump and motor. A pump and motor unit shall be provided for recirculation of the pool water which have been selected for performance and will meet the conditions of quantity required for filtering and cleaning the filters with the total dynamic head developed by the complete system. The requirements for filtration shall be based upon maximum head loss developed immediately prior to washing the filters. The motor shall be non-overloading within the service factor for conditions of backwash and for emptying the pool. Motors located outside of buildings shall have weatherproof housings. Pump performance curves for the units to be installed shall be provided and submitted to proper authorities when so requested. (Code 1980, § 54-114)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-115 Strainers.

Sec. 54-115. - Strainers. (a) A suitable strainer or screen shall be provided for pump protection where unfiltered water is directed through the pump. Where a wet well is provided, the strainer may consist of a removable screen through which all water entering the pump shall pass. (b) Where no wet well is provided or where a vacuum cleaner or any other suction line is piped directly from the pool to the pump, a pot-type strainer with removable strainer basket shall be provided. The strainer basket shall be of rigid construction sufficiently strong to prevent collapsing when clogged. (c) One extra strainer basket shall be provided. (d) The screen or strainer baskets shall have maximum openings no greater than three-fourths the size of the solids which will pass through the pump impeller without clogging, and the total clear area of all openings shall be not less than four times the area of the largest sized pipe from the pool to the strainer influent. (e) The pump suction header shall be provided with a compound gauge between the pump strainer and the pump, which will indicate both positive and negative heads. (f) Valves shall be provided to isolate the strainer housing during servicing. (Code 1980, § 54-115)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-116 Rate-of-flow indicator.

Sec. 54-116. - Rate-of-flow indicator. There shall be provided a rate-of-flow indicator on the pump discharge line leading to the filters which shall be calibrated for measuring both water for filtration and backwash. The activating element creating the pressure differential for indication of flow shall be installed with adequate clear distance upstream and downstream to obtain a reasonable degree of accuracy. The rate of flow indicators shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. The rate-of-flow indicator shall be calibrated for and provided with a scale reading in gallons per minute and shall have a range of ten percent below the established filtration rate and ten percent above the backwash rate. (Code 1980, § 54-116)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-117 Disinfection.

Sec. 54-117. - Disinfection. (a) Provisions shall be made to disinfect all water being recirculated to provide a free residual of the disinfection agent in the pool water. All disinfection feeders shall be capable of mechanical adjustments. Where chlorine is applied in the form of hypochlorines, the solution shall be fed by a positive displacement pump. Other methods of chlorine feed may be used if it is demonstrated that the other methods are as effective as the positive displacement pump. All chlorination feed equipment shall be interlocked with the main water circulation pump to stop feeding whenever the pump stops. (b) Equipment for supplying chlorine shall have a minimum capacity to feed ten parts of chlorine to 1,000,000 parts of water by weight flowing past the injector tip. The dosage adjustment shall be graduated and clearly marked to permit injection of full capacity to 25 percent of such capacity. The device shall be capable of continuous delivery within ten percent of the dosage at any setting. (c) Gas chlorine cylinders and proportioning equipment shall be housed in a separate well-ventilated compartment at or above grade level. (d) Louvers near the top of the compartment and the bottom of an outside entrance door opened at grade level shall be provided. Mechanical ventilation shall be provided for all gas chlorine compartments. An air-tight duct leading from the floor of the compartment to the atmosphere in an unrestricted area and a motor-driven exhaust fan or blower capable of producing at least one air change per minute shall be provided. All interior duct work shall be under negative pressure. Electrical switches for the control of lighting and ventilation shall be located on the outside of the compartment. All gas chlorine compartments shall be on an outside wall. No vents from these compartments shall be allowed to terminate on the pool deck or related area. (e) An ammonia fume dispenser bottle shall be provided in the chlorine room to detect chlorine leaks. (f) Provisions shall be made to secure the chlorine cylinders to the scale and the extra cylinders to the walls. (g) A beam scale for weighing the chlorine cylinders shall be provided to determine the amount of chlorine fed over any period and to permit the operator to know when the supply of chlorine in the cylinder is nearing exhaustion. A valve stem wrench and valve protection hoods shall be provided for all gas chlorine cylinders. (h) Chlorine products are classified as hazardous materials and shall be handled and stored in accordance with applicable regulations. (i) The use of bromine as a disinfection agent may be permitted. (Code 1980, § 54-117)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-118 Chemical feeders.

Sec. 54-118. - Chemical feeders. Chemical feeders shall be provided for adding coagulant, filter aid, and alkali to the water at the proper location to insure adequate filtration and alkalinity control for all pools in excess of 1,200 square feet. These feeders shall be interlocked with the circulating pump. (Code 1980, § 54-118)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-119 Location of equipment.

Sec. 54-119. - Location of equipment. All filters, pumps, disinfection mechanisms, and chemical feeders, together with control piping, shall be installed above ground level unless there are reasons for pit or basement installation if justified in the design engineer's report of local conditions. (Code 1980, § 54-119)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-120 Bathhouses.

Sec. 54-120. - Bathhouses. (a) Bathhouses are required for all class A swimming pools. At least minimum sanitary facilities (toilets and lavatories) are required for all class B swimming pools if the furthest apartment, mobile home, mobile home unit or similar installation whose occupants have access to the pool is more than 300 feet from the pool. (b) Bathhouses to be used simultaneously by both sexes shall be divided into two parts separated by a tight partition, each designated respectively for men or women. (c) A minimum of one private dressing booth and one private shower shall be provided in the bathhouse for each sex. (d) The floors of the bathhouse shall be concrete, tile, or other impervious material, free of joints or openings, and shall be relatively smooth to ensure complete cleaning. Floor drains shall be provided to ensure positive drainage of all parts of the building with a slope not less than one-fourth inch per foot toward drains. (e) Clothes checking facilities shall be provided at all class A swimming pools. Clothes baskets shall be provided in numbers equaling the pool capacity only. If bathing suits and towels are furnished, they shall be washed with a detergent and stored in a clean, dry place after each use. (f) The layout of the bathhouse shall be so planned that the bathers, on leaving the dressing room, shall pass the toilets and showers on route to the swimming pool. (g) The requirements relating to bathhouses, toilets, and shower facilities may be waived by the health department when it is shown that such facilities are otherwise conveniently available to swimming pool patrons. _____ (Code 1980, § 54-120)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-121 Number of sanitary facilities.

Sec. 54-121. - Number of sanitary facilities. Assuming equal distribution of male and female bathers, toilet and shower facilities shall be provided on the basis of the following fixture schedule. Fixture schedules should be increased for swimming pools at schools or similar locations where bather loads may reach peaks due to schedules of use. Sanitary facilities and showers shall be designed and sized to accommodate the age groups anticipated. Number | WC Male | UR Male | Lav Male | Showers Male | WC Female | Lav Female | Showers Female | Drinking Fountain 1—25 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 26—50 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 51—75 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 1 76—100 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 1 101—200 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 2 201—300 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 3 Add one water closet or one urinal for each additional 150 males or fraction thereof. Urinals may be substituted for water closets provided the number of urinals shall not be more than twice the number of water closets. Add one lavatory for each additional 300 males or fraction thereof. Add one water closet for each additional 150 females or fraction thereof. Add one lavatory for each additional 300 females or fraction thereof. _____ (Code 1980, § 54-121; Ord. No. 37382, § 37, 5-23-06)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-122 Drinking water.

Sec. 54-122. - Drinking water. There shall be at least one drinking fountain readily accessible to the bathers at public or commercial swimming pools, and additional fountains as specified in the table at section 54-121. (Code 1980, § 54-122; Ord. No. 37382, § 38, 5-23-06)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-123 Hose bibbs.

Sec. 54-123. - Hose bibbs. Hose bibbs shall be installed in each compartment of the bathhouse for cleaning and flushing the dressing room and bathhouse floors. All hose bibbs must be provided with approved back-siphonage devices to protect the water distribution system for the pool and appurtenant facilities at al times against cross-connection. (Code 1980, § 54-123; Ord. No. 37382, § 39, 5-23-06)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-124 Soap dispensers.

Sec. 54-124. - Soap dispensers. Arrangements for dispensing solid, powdered or liquid soap shall be provided at each lavatory and between each pair of shower heads. Dispensers shall be of metal or plastic material; glass units shall be prohibited. (Code 1980, § 54-124)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-125 Showers.

Sec. 54-125. - Showers. Showers shall supply water at a temperature of at least 90 degrees Fahrenheit (32° C) and no more than 115 degrees Fahrenheit (46° C). Lavatories shall supply water at a temperature of at least 90 degrees Fahrenheit (32° C) and no more than 115 degrees Fahrenheit (46° C). Single temperature showers shall supply water at a temperature of at least 90 degrees Fahrenheit (32° C) and no more than 105 degrees Fahrenheit (41° C). (Code 1980, § 54-125; Ord. No. 37382, § 40, 5-23-06)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-126 Quality of water.

Sec. 54-126. - Quality of water. All water provided for drinking fountains, lavatories and showers shall be potable and meet the requirements and conform to the standards of the HHSS. (Code 1980, § 54-126; Ord. No. 37382, § 41, 5-23-06)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-127 Partitions.

Sec. 54-127. - Partitions. All partitions between portions of the dressing room area, screen partitions, showers, toilets, and dressing room booths shall be of durable material not subject to damage by water and shall be designed so that a waterway is provided between the partitions and floor to permit thorough cleaning of the floor area with hoses and brooms. (Code 1980, § 54-127)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-128 Pool heaters.

Sec. 54-128. - Pool heaters. Water heaters, where installed, shall be of the indirect type. (Blowing of steam into or placing heating coils into the pool is not acceptable.) The water recirculation line shall be directed through a heat exchanger, which shall be provided with controls to shut off the heater in case of failure of power, fuel, or the pilot-light, or similar circumstances. The heater or regulator shall be controlled by a locking type thermostat located in the outlet of the unit. The water temperature of indoor pools shall be maintained at water temperature no greater than 90 degrees Fahrenheit. (Code 1980, § 54-128; Ord. No. 37382, § 42, 5-23-06)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-129 Walks and decks.

Sec. 54-129. - Walks and decks. (a) Walks or decks shall be continuous around the pool with a minimum width of eight feet, including any curb at the pool edge. Non-Class A indoor commercial pools may elect to submit plans for decks which are less than eight-feet wide. Approval for such decks shall be contingent upon approval from both the State and Local Health department jurisdictions and based on the current 10-State Standards. (b) A minimum of a three-foot walk or deck width shall be provided on the sides and rear of any piece of diving equipment. (c) All walks, decks, and terraces shall have a minimum slope of one-fourth inch per foot to points of disposal. Where skimmers are used, the walks, decks, and terraces shall not slope to the pool. The point of disposal shall be such that the wastewater does not adversely affect the pool water quality nor does it create a nuisance or sanitary hazard around the pool perimeter. (d) The finished texture of walks or decks shall be non-slip and such that there will be no discomfort to bare feet. Walks and decks shall be maintained in a manner to prevent safety hazards. Irregularities in decks due to cracking or heaving in excess of one-fourth inch shall be repaired. All walks and decks shall be washed and cleaned at least once a day, and otherwise maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. (e) Hose bibbs shall be provided around the perimeter of the pool enclosure at intervals such that all walks, decks and terraces may be reached with a 50-foot hose. (Code 1980, § 54-129; Ord. No. 34533, § 1, 5-12-98)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-130 Electrical requirements—Generally.

Sec. 54-130. - Electrical requirements—Generally. All wiring for swimming pools and bathhouses for lighting or power shall conform with applicable codes. (Code 1980, § 54-130)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-131 Same—Overhead wiring.

Sec. 54-131. - Same—Overhead wiring. No electrical wiring for lighting or power shall be permitted to pass overhead within 20 feet of the pool enclosure. (Code 1980, § 54-131)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-132 Area lighting.

Sec. 54-132. - Area lighting. Area lighting shall be provided for all pools used after daylight hours. Indoor pools shall be provided with emergency lighting. (Code 1980, § 54-132)

Omaha Municipal Code § 54-133 Sewage disposal.

Sec. 54-133. - Sewage disposal. The disposition of sewage from the bathhouse shall be into a sewage disposal system which meets with the approval of state and local health authorities. (Code 1980, § 54-133)

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