Licensing Standards for DayCare Centers

Section 17-895-40
Swimming Activities and Wading Pools

        (a)  When swimming or wading pools are part of the    

facility, equipment, or program, the swimming pools shall    

be constructed, maintained, and operated in accordance    

with building and health rules.    

        (b)     When swimming or wading activities are included    

in the child care program, the following safety practices    

shall be observed:     

        (1)     A certified lifeguard, who may be a caregiving    

staff, shall be on duty at all times when swimming pools    

are in use;     

        (2)     Wading pools less than twenty-four inches at the    

deepest part shall be exempt from the requirements of    

section 17-895-40(b)(1), and the program shall comply with    

the following requirements:     

                (A)     Wading pools shall be emptied immediately    

after each use; and   

        (B)  Children shall be personally attended by   

                        a responsible adult at all times; and   

        (3)     Legible safety rules for the use of all types of    

pools shall be posted in a conspicuous location and read    

and reviewed at regular intervals by the caregiver    

responsible for the care of children.  

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