Section 144-202-9 - PUBLIC SPA SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSA. Aeration SystemA public spa aeration and/or jet system must be completely separate from its filtration system and must not be interconnected with any non-spa pool. (C).
B. Maximum Operating TemperatureThe maximum allowable water temperature is 104 °F for a public spa. A public spa must be equipped with an accurate thermometer designed for pool use. (C).
C. Spa Use Parameters (C)1. A precaution sign must be provided with the public spa use parameters listed below. The spa use parameters sign must be mounted by the operator in a prominent location. Lettering must be at least one (1) inch in height and be of contrasting color to the background on which they are applied. Risk of Fetus Damage - Hot water exposure limitations vary from person to person. Pregnant women and small children should not use spa prior to medical consultation. Risk of Drowning - Persons suffering from heart disease, diabetes, high or low blood pressure and other health problems should not enter the spa without prior medical consultation and permission from their doctor. Risk of Drowning - Do not use the spa while under the influence of alcohol, narcotics, or other drugs that cause sleepiness, drowsiness, or raise/lower blood pressure. Risk of Child Drowning - Unsupervised use by children is prohibited. Risk of Injury - Before entering the spa, check spa temperature before each use. The spa temperature must not exceed 104 °F. Risk of Drowning - Use caution when bathing alone. Overexposure to hot water may cause nausea, dizziness, and fainting. Risk of Drowning - Do not use the spa while it is being drained. Risk of Injury - Enter and exit slowly. Risk of Injury - Keep all breakable objects out of the spa area. Risk of Shock - Never place electrical appliances (telephone, radio, TV, etc.) within 5 feet of the spa. Risk of Shock - Spa must not be operated during severe weather conditions, i.e. electrical storms, tornadoes, etc. Risk of Drowning - Do not allow the use of, or operate spa, if the suction fitting is missing, broken or loose. D.Maintenance and OperationPublic spas must be maintained and operated in compliance with the American National Standard for Public Spas (ANSI/NSPI-2 1999), as amended. Specific parameters for this standard may be found in Appendix A of these Rules.
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