S.C. Code Regs. § § 61-51.I

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 9, September 27, 2024

Section 61-51.I - EQUIPMENT CHANGES AND ALTERATIONS

1. Applicability. All public swimming pools, no matter when constructed, must comply with the requirements of this section. A change order is required for any interior pool coating, equipment or structural modification which is not an identical replacement for the originally approved design. All change order requests must be approved by the Department in writing prior to commencement of work. The request must be made using the Swimming Pool Change Order Request Form.

2. Structural Changes. In addition to a change order request, plans and specifications detailing any proposed alteration or modification requiring structural changes that affect the shape or structural components of a public swimming pool must be submitted following the requirements of Section B of these requirements, including submission of the appropriate fee.

3. Equipment Changes. Written notification detailing any proposed equipment changes which do not conform to original approved specifications must be submitted to the Department in writing on an approved change order request form. The request must be approved by the Department before any equipment can be installed on any public swimming pool. Equipment must comply with the requirements of Section C of these regulations.

4. Pump and Filter Changes. If proposed equipment changes involve the pump and filter, reasonable effort must be made to comply with the turnover rates specified in these regulations. Equipment room piping must be upgraded where necessary to meet these regulations when replacing both the pump and filter.

5. Deck Changes. A change order request must be submitted detailing the proposed work. If replacing existing decking, painting or resurfacing, the new decking must comply with applicable portions of R.61-51.C.6 and R.61-51.C.7. Temporary pool enclosures may be installed with prior Department approval provided that they do not hinder or limit access by emergency personnel and minimum deck widths are maintained. Adequate lighting must be provided if the facility will be used for night swimming.

6. Pool Resurfacing and Painting. A change order request must be submitted stating the type of material and color to be used. The Department may request manufacturer's literature and specifications for new or non-conventional products. The work must meet the applicable portions of Sections C, D, E, F, G, and H.

7. Piping Changes. A change order is required for piping changes beyond routine repair. In addition to a change order request, plans and specifications detailing any proposed alteration requiring piping changes that affect the location or pipe size of the overall recirculation system or a major fraction of the system of a public swimming pool must be submitted following the requirements of Section B of this regulation, including submission of the appropriate fee. When replacing pipe, a reasonable effort must be made to comply with applicable portions of R.61-51.C.24.

8. New Construction. Changes to new construction prior to completion must be approved by change order prior to any inspection. As-built drawings meeting the requirements of Section B must be approved by the Department prior to the final inspection.

9. Slides. The addition of slides to a previously approved pool will be permitted by:

(a) General change order when the slide is considered portable and intended only for children.

(b) Revised plans and specifications requiring a complete submittal in accordance with Section B when the installation will be permanent or have significant structural components.

10. Other Changes. All other changes from the originally permitted plans, specifications, or previously approved change orders must comply with these regulations where applicable.

S.C. Code Regs. § 61-51.I

Replaced and amended by State Register Volume 38, Issue No. 6, eff 6/27/2014.