Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 120-3-27-.31 - Inlets and Outlets
(1)
Pool inlets and outlets shall produce a uniform circulation of water to
maintain a uniform disinfectant residual.
(2) The number and location of pool inlets
shall be adequate and appropriate to insure that uniform water quality, as
described herein, is maintained at all times.
(3) At least one outlet shall be provided at
the lowest point of the floor to completely drain the entire floor. When the
main outlets for pool pump suction are installed in the pool floor near one
end, the spacing shall not be greater than 20 feet (6.1 m) on centers, and an
outlet shall be provided not more than 15 feet (4.57 m) from each side wall.
The total velocity through grate openings shall not exceed 2 feet per second
(61 cm/second). Grate openings shall be designed to prevent fingers and toes,
etc., from being trapped in the openings.
(4) Outlets on pump suction, except those for
skimmers shall be covered with suitable protective grates that cannot be
removed except with tools.
(5) An
over-the-rim spout, if used shall not create a hazard. Its open end shall have
no sharp edges and shall not protrude more than 2 inches (5.1 cm) beyond the
edge of the pool.
(6) Inlets from
the circulation system shall not project enough to cause harm to the splash
pool user.
Notes
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