Section R392-304-20 - Facility Operations(1) The operator shall ensure that:(a) each bather has access to a toilet and handwashing station in a restroom facility that: (i) is located with convenient access for bathers;(ii) is located no further than 200 feet walking distance and in clear view of each DSA; and(iii) is clearly identified; and(b) the minimum number of toilets, handwash sinks, and drinking fountains provided: (i) complies with Plumbing Code as described in Table 3; and(ii) is calculated based on the designed peak bather load described in Section R392-304-19.(2) The operator shall ensure that: (a) each restroom facility is supplied with: (i) soap and toilet tissue in suitable dispensers;(ii) individual disposable towels or other hand drying fixture, such as an air dryer; and(iii) a solid, durable, covered, and easily cleanable waste receptacle; and(b) each plumbing fixture is: (i) designed to be easily cleanable, and withstand frequent cleaning and disinfecting; and(ii) maintained in an operable, clean, and sanitary condition.(3) The operator shall ensure that: (a) each restroom is constructed of materials that have smooth, non-slip surfaces, and are impervious to moisture;(b) the floor of a restroom and shower facility slopes to a drain and is constructed to prevent accumulation of water;(c) carpeting is not installed on restroom or shower floors; and(d) junctions between walls and floors are coved.(4) The operator shall ensure that a minimum of one rinse shower is provided for each DSA of an artificial swimming lagoon that:(a) is located near an entry point to the DSA; and(b) the floor is sloped to drain wastewater away from the DSA into a sanitary sewer or storm sewer, according to applicable plumbing codes.(5) If the operator provides a cleansing shower, the cleansing shower facility shall comply with Subsection R392-302-28(4).(6) If the operator provides dressing rooms, the dressing room facility shall comply with Section R392-302-27.(7) The operator shall ensure that when a DSA is open for bather use, the following auxiliary facilities are available: (c) dressing rooms, if applicable; and(d) cleansing showers, if applicable.(8) The operator shall ensure that a DSA open during nighttime hours, as described in Subsection R392-304-20(9), has the following areas illuminated for visibility: (e) safety equipment; and(f) deck areas and walkways.(9) If a DSA is open to bathers during nighttime hours, which are 30 minutes before sunset to 30 minutes after sunrise, the operator shall ensure that:(a) 15 horizontal foot candles (161 lux) are provided at the water surface of the designated swimming area; and(b) each auxiliary facility described in Subsection R392-304-20(6) is illuminated.(10) The operator shall ensure that an artificial swimming lagoon is managed by a qualified technician who has been certified or recertified by a training and testing program approved by the department.(11) The operator shall develop an operation, maintenance, and sanitation plan that includes: (a) the following staffing roles and responsibilities: (i) individuals assigned to perform and record testing;(ii) location within the DSA where the testing parameters are collected;(iii) testing frequency; and(iv) record keeping of testing results; and(b) an emergency action plan with: (i) procedures for daily bather supervision;(ii) injury prevention and response;(iii) emergency actions; and(iv) response to an accidental fecal release.(12) The operator shall ensure that records pertaining to the daily operation of the artificial swimming lagoon are retained and accessible for inspection according to Subsection R392-302-34(2).(13) The operator shall ensure that glass, ceramic, or breakable containers are not allowed within the interior of the artificial swimming lagoon fencing or barrier described in Subsection R392-304-21(11)(a). TABLE 3 Minimum number of toilets, handwash sinks, and drinking fountains |
Minimum number of toilets |
Male | Female |
1 toilet per 75 bathers for the first 1,500 bathers; and 1 toilet per 120 bathers for the remainder exceeding 1,500 bathers | 1 toilet per 40 bathers for the first 1,520 bathers; and 1 toilet per 60 bathers for the remainder exceeding 1,520 bathers |
If providing unisex facilities, the ratio shall be 1 toilet per 40 bathers for the first 1,520 bathers; and 1 toilet per 60 bathers for the remainder exceeding 1,520 bathers. |
Minimum number of handwash sinks |
Male | Female |
1 handwash sink per 200 bathers | 1 handwash sink per 150 bathers |
If providing unisex facilities, the ratio shall be 1 handwash sink per 150 bathers. |
Minimum number of drinking fountains |
1 drinking fountain per 1,000 bathers |
Utah Admin. Code R392-304-20
Adopted by Utah State Bulletin Number 2024-18, effective 9/8/2024