Aboveground/onground swimming pool

7.1.2 The name, address, and telephone number of the warrantor of the product, if applicable, shall be listed. 7.1.3 Parts list. A parts list, including a self-explanatory, illustrated set of instructions for assembly, installation, maintenance, and use, shall be provided. 7.1.4 Circulation systems. Manufacturers shall provide written instructions for installation and operation of their product’s circulation systems components. 7.1.5 Filtration system. Manufacturers/suppliers shall advise that any equipment connected to the circulation systems shall be positioned so as to prevent their being used as a means of access to the pool by young children. (See the latest published edition of ANSI/

APSP-8 Model Barrier Code for Residential Swimming Pools, Spas, and Hot Tubs.) 7.1.6 Manufacturers shall advise homeowners in their instruction manuals that the installation must comply with the codes of the authority having jurisdiction and may require permits for building, plumbing electrical, zoning, etc. 7.2 Safety features for owners. In their instruction manuals, manufacturers/suppliers shall be responsible for advising the initial pool purchaser/owner of the following information covered in 7.2.1–7.2.15. 7.2.1 Recommendations for the location and affixing of safety signs shall be provided. 7.2.2 Warnings against diving into an aboveground/onground pool shall be provided. 7.2.3 Manufacturers shall advise that a barrier is necessary to provide protection against potential drowning and near drowning and that barriers are not a substitute for the constant supervision of children. (See latest published edition of ANSI/APSP-8 Model Barrier

Code for Residential Swimming Pools, Spas, and Hot Tubs. 7.2.4 Manufacturers shall advise that a list of emergency telephone numbers shall be posted, such as the nearest available police, fire, ambulance, and/or rescue unit. These numbers are to be kept near the telephone that is closest to the pool. 7.2.5 Manufacturers shall advise that toys, chairs, tables, or similar objects that a young child could climb shall be at least 4 feet (1219 mm) from the pool. 7.2.6 Manufacturers shall advise that publications are available that describe the risk of drowning, entrapment, and diving accidents.

Available publications related to pool safety include the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals’ (APSP) booklets entitled: The Sensible

Way to Enjoy Your Aboveground/Onground Swimming Pool, Children

Aren’t Waterproof, Pool and Spa Emergency Procedures for Infants and Children, Layers of Protection, and the latest published edition of ANSI/APSP-8 Model Barrier Code for Residential Swimming Pools,

Spas, and Hot Tubs. 7.2.7 For other considerations See Appendix D.

7.2.8 Ladders. Written instructions for proper assembly and use of all ladders/stairs shall include the following messages in 7.2.8.1–7.2.8.5. 7.2.8.1 The written instructions for proper assembly and use of all ladders shall advise the installer that the ladder shall be located on a solid base. 7.2.8.2 The written instructions shall state that the ladder shall be installed per the manufacturer’s instructions. 7.2.8.3 Written instructions to the homeowner for proper use of all ladders shall state “ONE PERSON ON THE LADDER/STAIR AT A TIME.” 7.2.8.4 Manufacturers shall include the following or equivalent statement in the instructions and on the carton for in-pool ladders, A-frame ladders, staircase ladders, protruding or recessed staircases: “THIS LADDER IS DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED FOR A SPECIFIC POOL WALL HEIGHT AND/OR DECK OF THE POOL.” 7.2.8.5 The manufacturer shall provide the following statement in the instructions, “FOR ENTRY/EXIT OF POOL, FACE THE LADDER AT ALL TIMES.” 7.2.8.6 The manufacturer shall provide written instructions that address the applicable safety signs in Section 8. 7.2.9 Lifesaving equipment. Basic lifesaving equipment, including one of the following, shall be on hand at all times: 7.2.9.1 A light, strong, rigid pole (shepherd’s crook) not less than 12 ft (3.66 m) long. 7.2.9.2 A minimum ¼ in. (6 mm) diameter rope as long as 1½ times the maximum width of the pool or 50 feet (15.24 m), whichever is less, which has been firmly attached to a Coast Guard-approved ring buoy, or a similarly approved flotation devices. 7.2.10 Covers. Manufacturers shall advise that pool covers used for safety barriers shall comply with the latest published edition of ASTM F-1346, Standard performance specifications for safety covers and labeling requirements for all covers for swimming pools, spas and hot tubs. 7.2.11 Lighting. Pool and component manufacturers shall advise homeowners that they shall use artificial lighting during nighttime pool use, to illuminate all safety signs, ladders, steps, deck surfaces, and walks. 7.2.12 Manufacturers shall advise that the pool is subject to wear and deterioration. If not maintained properly, certain types of excessive or accelerated deterioration can lead to failure of the pool structure that might release large quantities of water that could cause bodily harm and property damage.Copyright © 2022 by the Pool and Hot Tub Alliance. All rights reserved. 7.2.13 Manufacturers shall provide information about the maintenance of all structural and component pool parts and the maintenance of circulation systems.