1. (1) The manager shall ensure that:

   1. (a) where diving is permitted and at least one diving board or platform is equal to or over 3.28 feet, or one meter, from the normal water level, the diving area design, equipment placement, and clearances meet the minimum standards of:

      1. (i) the 2015-2017 USA Diving Official Technical Rules, Appendix B -- FINA Dimensions for Diving Facilities, incorporated by reference in this rule;
      2. (ii) Rule 1, Section 1, Article 4 and Rule 1, Section 2, Article 4 of the NCAA Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving 2014-2015 Rules and Interpretations, incorporated by reference in this rule; or
      3. (iii) Table 4.8.2.2, Figure 4.8.2.2.1, and Figure 4.8.2.2.2 of the 2018 Model Aquatic Health Code, incorporated by reference in this rule;

   2. (b) where diving is permitted from a height of 3.28 feet, or one meter, or less from the normal water level, the diving area design, equipment placement, and clearances meet the minimum standards of Section 402.12, Table 402.12, and Figure 402.12 of the 2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, incorporated by reference in this rule, for type VI, VII and VIII pools such that:

      1. (i) type VI is a maximum of 26 inches, or 2/3 meter, above the normal water level;
      2. (ii) type VII is a maximum of 30 inches, or 3/4 meter, above the normal water level; or
      3. (iii) type VIII is a maximum of 3.28 feet, or one meter, above the normal water level;
   3. (c) each diving board, platform, and appurtenance related to a diving area is maintained in a good condition;
   4. (d) any area of a pool where diving is not permitted has a "no diving" warning with a contrasting color located on the horizontal surface of the deck or coping as close to the water's edge as practical and spacing between each warning no greater than 25 feet;
   5. (e) the use of a starting platform is restricted to competitive swimming events or supervised training for competitive swimming events; and

   6. (f)(i) if a starting platform is used for competitive swimming or training, the water depth is at least four feet; or

      1. (ii) if a starting platform is not being used for competitive or training, the starting platform is removed or secured with a starting platform safety cover.

2. (2) To meet the "no diving" warning requirement specified in Subsection (1)(d), the manager may use:

   1. (a) a "no diving" sign in block letters at least four inches in height;
   2. (b) the international no diving icon, which is at least four inches in height; or
   3. (c) both a sign and an icon.

KEY: pools, spas, swimming, water

Date of Last Change: May 26, 2026

Notice of Continuation: October 21, 2021

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 26B-1-202; 26B-7-113; 26B-7-124; 26B-7-402