Chapter 31A — SYSTEMS FOR WINDOW CLEANING OR EXTERIOR BUILDING
Section 3113B — DIVING BOARDS AND PLATFORMS
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3113B.1 General. ¶
3113B.1 General. Diving boards and platforms shall be anchored to the pool deck, constructed of corrosion resistant material, designed and constructed to be easily cleanable and finished with a durable slip resistant material.
3113B.2 Rails and steps. ¶
3113B.2 Rails and steps. Diving boards or platforms greater than 18 inches (456 mm) in height above the deck shall be provided with a ladder or stairs for access. Hand rails shall be provided at all ladders and stairs leading to diving boards or platforms more than 1 meter above the water. Diving boards and platforms that are over 1 meter above the water shall have guard rails on both sides of the diving board or platform that extend to a point on the platform directly above the water’s edge. Guard rails shall be 36 inches (914 mm) above the diving board or platform.
3113B.3 Dimensions. ¶
3113B.3 Dimensions. Dimensions and clearances for the use of diving boards or platforms shall conform to those shown in Figures 31B- 1 and 31B-2. Platforms and diving boards shall conform to the USA Diving Rules and Codes, Part 1, Subpart A and Appendix B, effective January 1, 2010.