(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:
(a) restroom facilities;
(b) rinse showers;
(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:
(a) depth markers;
(b) safety signs;
(c) facility entrances;
(d) restroom facilities;
(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).
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TABLE 3
Minimum number of toilets, handwash
sinks, and drinking fountains
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Minimum number of toilets
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Male
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Female
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1 toilet per 75 bathers for the first 1,500
bathers; and 1 toilet per 120 bathers for the remainder exceeding 1,500
bathers
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1 toilet per 40 bathers for the first 1,520
bathers; and 1 toilet per 60 bathers for the remainder exceeding 1,520
bathers
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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.
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Minimum number of handwash sinks
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Male
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Female
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1 handwash sink per 200 bathers
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1 handwash sink per 150 bathers
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If providing unisex facilities, the ratio shall be
1 handwash sink per 150 bathers.
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Minimum number of drinking fountains
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1 drinking fountain per 1,000 bathers
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