§ 7-441 AMENDMENTS.
The 2018 edition of the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 1 - SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION
*ISPSC Chapter 1; "SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION" is hereby deleted and replaced with the Fort Worth Administrative Code;
CHAPTER 2 - DEFINITIONS
ISPSC SECTION 202
DEFINITIONS
*ISPSC Section 202; definitions are added to read as follows:
CODE COMPLIANCE DEPARTMENT. Code Compliance Department regulates the operation of public pools. Routine inspections on pools and spas open to the public are conducted to document compliance with the standards set forth in State law.
CHAPTER 3 - GENERAL COMPLIANCE
ISPSC SECTION 305
BARRIER REQUIREMENTS
*ISPSC Section 305.1; change to read as follows:
305.1 General. The provisions of this section shall apply to the design of barriers for restricting entry into areas having pools and spas. In one-and two-family dwellings and townhouses, where spas or hot tubs are equipped with a lockable safety cover complying with ASTM F1346 and swimming pools are equipped with a powered safety cover that complies with ASTM F1346, the areas where those spas, hot tubs or pools are located shall not be required to comply with Sections 305.2 through 305.7.
*ISPSC Section 305.2; change to read as follows:
305.2 Outdoor swimming pools and spas. Outdoor pools and spas and indoor swimming pools shall be surrounded by a barrier that complies with Sections 305.2.1 through 305.7 and in accordance with the Texas Administrative Code, Texas Health and Safety Code 757 for public pools.
*ISPSC Section 305.2.7.1; add to read as follows:
305.2.7.1 Chain link fencing prohibited. Chain link fencing is not permitted as a barrier in public pools built after January 1, 1994.
*ISPSC Section 305.4; add a second paragraph and change to read as follows:
305.4 Structure wall as a barrier. Where a wall of a one and two family dwelling or townhouse or its accessory structure serves as part of a barrier and where doors or windows provide direct access to the pool or spa through that wall, one of the following shall be required:
1. Remainder Unchanged.
2. Remainder Unchanged.
3. Remainder Unchanged .
The wall of a building with windows in accordance with 2015 International Building Code, Section 1030 in Group R2 occupancies shall not be used as part of pool enclosure. Other windows that are part of a pool yard enclosure shall be permanently closed and unable to be opened for public pools.
*ISPSC Section 305.6; change to read as follows:
305.6 Natural barriers used in a one and two family dwelling or townhouse. In the case where the pool or spa area abuts the edge of a lake or other natural body of water, public access is not permitted or allowed along the shoreline, and required barriers extend to and beyond the water's edge a minimum of eighteen (18) inches, a barrier is not required between the natural body of water shoreline and the pool or spa.
ISPSC SECTION 307
GENERAL DESIGN
*ISPSC Section 307.1.4; add exception as follows:
Exception: Components of projects regulated by and registered with Architectural Barriers Division of Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation shall be deemed to be in compliance with the requirements of this chapter.
ISPSC SECTION 310
SUCTION ENTRAPMENT AVOIDANCE
*ISPSC Section 310; change to read as follows:
310.1 General. Suction entrapment avoidance for pools and spas shall be provided in accordance with APSP 7 or for public swimming pools in accordance with State of Texas Rules for Public Swimming Pools and Spas, Title 25 TAC Chapter 265 Subchapter L, Rule §265.190.
[Remainder unchanged]
ISPSC SECTION 313
PUMPS AND MOTORS
*ISPSC Section 313.7; change to read as follows:
313.7 Emergency shutoff switch for spas and hot tubs. A clearly labeled emergency shutoff or control switch for the purpose of stopping the motor(s) that provide power to the recirculation system and jet system shall be installed at a point readily accessible to the users and not less than 1.5 m (5 ft.) away, adjacent to, and within sight of the spa or hot tub. This requirement shall not apply to one and two family dwellings and townhouses.
CHAPTER 4 - PUBLIC SWIMMING POOLS
ISPSC SECTION 402
DIVING
*ISPSC Section 402.12; change to read as follows:
402.12 Water envelopes. The minimum diving water envelopes shall be in accordance with Texas department of State Health services, Administrative Code Title 25, Chapter 265, Section 186 (e) and Figure: 25 TAC 256.186 (e) (6).
*ISPSC Table 402.12 and Figure 402.12; delete and replace as follows:
Figure: 25 TAC §265.186 (e) (6)
Maximum Diving Board Height Over Water | ¾ Meter | 1 Meter | 3 Meters
Maximum Diving Board Height Over Water | ¾ Meter | 1 Meter | 3 Meters
Max. Diving Board Length | 12 ft. | 16 ft. | 16 ft.
Minimum Diving Board Overhang | 2 ft. 6 in. | 5 ft. | 5 ft.
D1 Minimum | 8 ft. 6 in. | 11 ft. 2 in. | 12 ft. 2 in.
D2 Minimum | 9 ft. | 10 ft. 10 in. | 11 ft. 10 in.
D3 Minimum | 4 ft. | 6 ft. | 6 ft.
L1 Minimum | 4 ft. | 5 ft. | 5 ft.
L2 Minimum | 12 ft. | 16 ft. 5 in. | 19 ft. 9 in.
L3 Minimum | 14 ft. 10 in. | 13 ft. 2 in. | 13 ft. 11 in.
L4 Minimum | 30 ft. 10 in. | 34 ft. 7 in. | 38 ft. 8 in.
L5 Minimum | 8 ft. | 10 ft. | 13 ft.
H Minimum | 16 ft. | 16 ft. | 16 ft.
From Plummet to Pool Wall at Side | 9 ft. | 10 ft. | 11 ft. 6 in.
From Plummet to Adjacent Plummet | 10 ft. | 10 ft. | 10 ft.
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*ISPSC Section 402.13; change to read as follows:
402.13 Ladders for diving equipment. Ladders shall be provided with two grab rails or two handrails. There shall be a uniform distance between ladder treads, with a 7 inch (178 mm) minimum distance and 12 inch (305 mm) maximum distance. Supports, platforms, steps, and ladders for diving equipment shall be designed to carry the anticipated loads. Steps and ladders shall be of corrosion-resistant material, easily cleanable and with slip-resistant tread.
ISPSC SECTION 411
SPECIAL FEATURES
*ISPSC Section 411.2.1; change to read as follows:
411.2.1 Tread dimensions and area. Treads shall have a minimum unobstructed horizontal depth (i.e., horizontal run) of 12 inches and a minimum width of 20 inches.
*ISPSC Section 411.2.2; change to read as follows:
411.2.2 Risers. Risers for steps shall have a maximum uniform height of 10 inches, with the bottom riser height allowed to taper to zero.
*ISPSC Section 411.5.1; change to read as follows:
411.5.1 Swimouts. Swimouts, located in either the deep or shallow area of a pool, shall comply with all of the following:
1. Unchanged.
2. Unchanged.
3. Unchanged.
4. The leading edge shall be visibly set apart and provided with a horizontal solid or broken stripe at least 1 inch wide on the top surface along the front leading edge of each step. This stripe shall be plainly visible to persons on the pool deck. The stripe shall be a contrasting color to the background on which it is applied, and the color shall be permanent in nature and shall be a slip-resistant surface.
*ISPSC Section 411.5.2; change to read as follows:
411.5.2 Underwater seats and benches. Underwater seats and benches, whether used alone or in conjunction with pool stairs, shall comply with all of the following:
1. Unchanged.
2. Unchanged.
3. Unchanged.
4. Unchanged.
5. The leading edge shall be visually set apart and provided with a horizontal solid or broken stripe at least 1 inch wide on the top surface along the front leading edge of each step. This stripe shall be plainly visible to persons on the pool deck. The stripe shall be a contrasting color to the background on which it is applied, and the color shall be permanent in nature and shall be a slip-resistant surface.
6. Unchanged.
7. Unchanged.
CHAPTER 6 - AQUATIC RECREATION FACILITIES
ISPSC SECTION 603
MARKINGS AND INDICATORS
*ISPSC Section 603.2; change to read as follows:
603.2 Class D-2 pools. Where a Class D-2 pool has a bather- accessible depth greater than 4 1/2 feet (1372 mm), the floor shall have a distinctive marking at the 4 1/2 feet (1372 mm) water depth. Class A and B pools. Class A and B pools over 5 feet deep: the transition point of the pool from the shallow area to the deep area of the pool shall be visually set apart with a 4-inch minimum width row of floor tile, a painted line, or similar means using a color contrasting with the bottom; and a rope and float line shall be provided between 1 foot and 2 feet on the shallow side of the 5-foot depth along and parallel to this depth from one side of the pool to the other side. The floats shall be spaced at not greater than 7-foot intervals; and the floats shall be secured so they will not slide or bunch up. The stretched float line shall be of sufficient size and strength to offer a good handhold and support loads normally imposed by users. If the owner or operator of the pool knows or should have known in the exercise of ordinary care that a rope or float is missing, broken, or defective, the problem shall be promptly remedied.
ISPSC SECTION 610
SPECIAL FEATURES
*ISPSC Section 610.5.1; Change to read:
610.5.1 Uniform height of 10 inches. Except for the bottom riser, risers at the centerline shall have a maximum uniform height of 10 inches (254 mm). The bottom riser height shall be permitted to vary from the other risers.
CHAPTER 8 - PERMANENT INGROUND RESIDENTIAL SWIMMING POOLS
ISPSC SECTION 804
DIVING WATER ENVELOPES
*ISPSC Section 804; Change to read as follows:
Section 804.1 General. The minimum diving water envelopes shall be in accordance with Table 804.1 and Figure 804.1, or the manufacturer's specifications, whichever is greater. Negative construction tolerances shall not be applied to the dimensions of the minimum diving water envelopes given in Table 804.1.
(Ord. 24340-08-2020, § 3, passed 8-25-2020, eff. 9-1-2020)
