1. (1) The manager shall ensure that:

   1. (a) a public pool and the appurtenances necessary for the pool's proper function and operation are constructed of materials that are:

      1. (i) durable;
      2. (ii) impervious;
      3. (iii) inert;
      4. (iv) non-toxic to humans; and
      5. (v) resistant to the effects of wear and deterioration from chemical, mechanical, physical, and radiological actions;

   2. (b) a pool shell:

      1. (i) has an interior surface designed and constructed in a manner that provides a smooth, easily cleanable, non-abrasive, and slip-resistant surface;
      2. (ii) has a surface free of cracks, damage, or open joints except for structural expansion joints and the surface is in good repair;

      3. (iii) with a vinyl liner is:

         1. (A) bonded to the pool form; and
         2. (B) a minimum of 60 mil thickness; and
      4. (iv) withstands the stresses associated with normal use and regular maintenance, including completely emptying the pool without shoring or additional support;

   3. (c) except for Subsection (2), the floor and wall of a pool below the waterline is white or a light color so that from the pool deck, a bather is visible on the pool floor and any of the following items can be identified:

      1. (i) algae growth, debris, or dirt within the pool;
      2. (ii) cracks in the surface finish of the pool; and
      3. (iii) markings, as required in Section R392-302-14; and
   4. (d) the floor or wall of a pool is not constructed of clay, earth, sand, or wood.

2. (2) Subsection (1)(c) does not apply to:

   1. (a) competitive lane markings;
   2. (b) dedicated competitive diving well floors;
   3. (c) a pool less than 24 inches deep;
   4. (d) waterline tiles or equivalent scum line protection material;
   5. (e) floor slope change indicator tiles;
   6. (f) step or bench edge markings; or
   7. (g) other designs where the manager can demonstrate to the local health officer that the requirements of Subsection (1)(c) are met.

3. (3) The manager shall ensure and demonstrate to the local health officer upon request that a non-cementitious pool shell is made of surface material that meets one of the following standards or criteria:

   1. (a) for a fiberglass reinforced plastic spa pool, the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) IAPMO/ANSI/Z124.7-2013 (R2023) version of Prefabricated Plastic Spa Shells, incorporated by reference in this rule;
   2. (b) for a fiberglass reinforced plastic swimming pool, the IAPMO IGC 158-2019 version of Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic Pool Shells, incorporated by reference in this rule;
   3. (c) for pools built with prefabricated pool sections, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard ISO 19712-1:2008 - Plastics -- Decorative solid surfacing materials -- Part 1: Classification and specifications, incorporated by reference in this rule;
   4. (d) stainless steel that complies with section four (Swimming Pool Water Contact Materials) of the NSF/ANSI/CAN 50 - 2021 Equipment and Chemicals for Swimming Pools, Spas, Hot Tubs, and Other Recreational Water Facilities, incorporated by reference in this rule; or
   5. (e) a modular stainless steel panel laminated with a durable layer of PVC waterproofing.
4. (4) The manager shall ensure that submitted plans, as required in Subsection R392-302-5(1), include documentation that the surface material has been tested and passed according to Subsection (3) for a pool shell that is constructed at least partially of non-cementitious materials.

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