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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a lifeguard shall not be required for a Class C, semi-public swimming pool that is:
(1) Open for use only to persons who hold membership or other paid association in the facility where the swimming pool is located;
(2) Open for use only to persons who are permanent or temporary residents or guests of residents at the facility where the swimming pool is located;
(3) Open for use to persons who are lodging for a fee at the facility where the swimming pool is located; or
(4) A spa pool or sauna.
(b) A lifeguard shall be required for a Class C, semi-public swimming pool that has:
(1) A diving board;
(2) A depth greater than 5 feet; provided, that the swimming pool is constructed after June 30, 2018; or
(3) An expected bather population that is 50 % or more children under 15 years of age.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - District of Columbia Code Division I. Government of District. § 7-432. Lifeguards. - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/dc/division-i-government-of-district/dc-code-sect-7-432/
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