CPO Pool Safety and Regulations Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

According to the Virginia Graeme Baker Act, what is required for all public pool and spa drains?

Accepted Answer

Anti-entrapment drain covers meeting ASME/ANSI A112.19.8 standards

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A mesh screen over the drain

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Annual drain inspections only

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No specific drain requirements exist

Question 2

What is the minimum required depth marking interval for a public pool?

Accepted Answer

At the shallow end, deep end, break in slope, and at maximum 25-foot intervals

Answer

Every 10 feet

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Only at each end of the pool

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Depth markings are optional for indoor pools

Question 3

What minimum pool barrier height is required around a public swimming pool?

Accepted Answer

60 inches

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36 inches

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42 inches

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48 inches

Question 4

How are lifeguard staffing levels determined according to industry standards?

Accepted Answer

Based on the 10/20 protection standard allowing 10-second scan and 20-second reach

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One lifeguard per pool regardless of size

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One lifeguard per 50 swimmers

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Lifeguards are only required for pools over 5,000 square feet

Question 5

What safety equipment must be immediately available at the poolside of a public pool?

Accepted Answer

A ring buoy with rope, a reaching pole, a first aid kit, and a spine board

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A towel and sunscreen

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Only a first aid kit

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Safety equipment is only required when lifeguards are not present

Question 6

Under what conditions must a public pool be immediately closed to bathers?

Accepted Answer

When free chlorine drops below minimum, main drain is not visible, a fecal incident occurs, or during weather hazards

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Only during thunderstorms

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Only when the health department orders closure

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Only when all chemicals are depleted