N.J. Admin. Code § 5:14A-12.6 - Operation

(a) Operation of water amusement rides shall comply with applicable requirements of N.J.A.C. 5:14A-9 and be in conformance with applicable provisions of N.J.A.C. 8:26, Public Recreational Bathing.

(b) A water amusement ride, using re-circulated water, shall not be operated without a completed inspection report from the health authority, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 8:26-8.3. Reports shall be kept with the ride for a minimum of 12 months and be available at all times for review by the Department.

(c) Water flow and water levels shall be maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications, as specified in the operation manual.

(d) Electrical systems shall be maintained in conformance with requirements for swimming pools as found in the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, N.J.A.C. 5:23.

1. A current "electrical bonding and grounding certificate" and "electrical certification of compliance" shall be obtained and posted on the premises, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 5:23-2.18C. These documents shall be available at all times for review by the Department.

(e) All decks and platforms shall be maintained in a sanitary condition.

(f) Only patron vehicles approved by the manufacturer or acceptable to the Department shall be permitted for use.

(g) Vehicles shall be maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's requirements, when specified in the operation manual.

(h) Water slide staffing shall be such that both entry and exit are manned as stated in the operations manual and in a manner acceptable to the Department. An operator shall be stationed at the dispatch point of a water slide and be capable of communicating with a lifeguard who has clear view and rapid access to the landing area or run-out.

(i) Patron entry and exit to wave pools shall be permitted only at the side of zero static water depth, except when authorized personnel direct otherwise for evacuation purposes.

(j) On activities that are designed for use by one patron at a time, teaming and grouping of patrons shall be prohibited.

(k) Landing areas shall be used solely for patrons entering from the water amusement ride.

(l) Patrons shall only enter and exit a leisure river at the designated areas, which are designed for this purpose.

(m) Any existing pool having a single suction outlet, with or without a skimmer, shall have:

1. Any valves of the suction outlet and skimmer locked in the open position (preventing the suction outlet from becoming the sole source of suction) or have installed a secondary backup system (intervening switch) that shuts off the pump when a blockage is detected;

2. The suction outlet cover inspected daily to ensure it is firmly attached and in sound condition;

3. The suction outlet cover secured using non-corroding fasteners; and

4. An anti-vortex suction outlet cover installed, if commercially available for the size of drain.

i. If an anti-vortex suction cover is not available and installed, an emergency pump shutoff switch shall be installed that is accessible, within sight of the pool, and prominently marked.

(n) Each aquatic recreation pool, or grouping of pools, shall be surrounded by appropriate barriers to inhibit access by unauthorized personnel or be staffed in accordance with the staffing plan.

1. When barriers are provided, they shall comply with ANSI/IAF-9, Section 16.6, as amended by N.J.A.C. 5:14A-12.9.

(o) The following signs shall be required:

1. Signs required or recommended by the ride manufacturer.

2. Signs indicating "No Diving" shall be posted in the area of pools greater than 18 inches in depth.

3. "Prolonged exposure to wave action may result in fatigue. Exercise caution in deep water" shall be posted at the entrance to wave pools.

4. "No Running" signs shall be posted.

5. "No glass bottles or containers permitted" signs shall be posted.

6. Patron riding posture instructions shall be posted at the ride dispatch point.

Notes

N.J. Admin. Code § 5:14A-12.6