1. A. Minimum Dimensions for Diving Portion of Class B and Class C Pools (This drawing does not show the shallow portion of the pool.)

   1. 1. Ref.: §317.A.1
   2. 
      2. Drawing Ref.: §317.A.2

2. B. Maximum Allowable Wall Slope

   1. 1. Ref. :§317.B.1

3. C. Offset Ledges

   1. 1. Offset ledges, when provided, shall fall within 11° from plumb starting at the junction of the pool wall and waterline, and shall have a slip-resisting surface. Maximum width shall be 8 inches. The typical allowable dimensions are based on the depths shown below.

      1. a. Ref.: §317.C.1

4. D. Underwater Seat Benches

   1. 1. Underwater seat benches are not allowed in pools but are allowed in spas and whirlpools.

Authority Note

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with the provisions of R.S. 40:4(A)(11) and R.S. 40:5(3)(16)(17)(20).

Historical Note

HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Health and Hospitals, Office of Public Health, LR 20:668 (June 1994), repromulgated LR 29:1101 (July 2003).