ATCP 76.28 History History: CR 22-021: cr. Register June 2023 No. 810, eff. 9-24-23.

ATCP 76.29 ATCP 76.29 Posting pool rules.

ATCP 76.29(1) (1) General.

ATCP 76.29(1)(a) (a) Posting of rules; all pools.

ATCP 76.29(1)(a)1. 1. The operator shall post pool use rules governing safety and sanitation and shall enforce those rules.

ATCP 76.29(1)(a)2. 2. Rules shall be conveyed using words with letters at least one inch high, or symbols that are at least 4 inches in height and clearly visible to patrons.

ATCP 76.29(1)(a)3. 3. A legible sign showing pool use rules shall be posted in a conspicuous place.

ATCP 76.29(1)(b) (b) Signage contents.

ATCP 76.29(1)(b)1. 1. Pool signage shall contain the minimum information, as applicable:

ATCP 76.29(1)(b)1.a. a. Do not enter the pool if you have a communicable disease or an open cut.

ATCP 76.29(1)(b)1.b. b. Do not bring food, drink, gum, or tobacco into the pool.

ATCP 76.29(1)(b)1.c. c. Shower immediately before entering the pool and after use of a steam room, sauna, or toilet facilities.

ATCP 76.29(1)(b)1.d. d. Do not run or engage in rough play in the pool area.

ATCP 76.29(1)(b)1.e. e. Do not bring animals into the pool area.

ATCP 76.29(1)(b)1.f. f. Diaper changing on the pool deck is prohibited.

ATCP 76.29(1)(b)1.g. g. Glass and shatterable items are prohibited in the pool area.

ATCP 76.29(1)(c) (c) Supervision of children under the age of 12. For a non-lifeguarded pool, a statement indicating that children under the age of 12 shall be supervised by an adult shall be added the signage requirements in par. (b).

ATCP 76.29(1)(d) (d) “No Diving”; signage. A pool that is 200 square feet in area or greater that does not have an approved diving well configuration shall have “NO DIVING” signs in at least 4 inch high letters included with the rules listed under par. (b). Pf

ATCP 76.29(1)(e) (e) Maximum patron load; signage. A sign showing the maximum patron load shall be conspicuously displayed near each pool. The maximum patron load pursuant to s. ATCP 76.25, may not be exceeded.

ATCP 76.29(1)(f) (f) Breath holding; prohibition. The operator of a pool shall provide signage or otherwise communicate to patrons that activities involving prolonged breath holding are prohibited.

ATCP 76.29(2) (2) Pool slides and waterslides and other waterrides.

ATCP 76.29(2)(a) (a) Posting of rules; pool slides and waterslides. For the plunge section of a pool, the pool use rules signage required under sub. (1), shall be provided. Additionally, the following rules shall be provided and be conspicuously posted at the entrance to the slide tower in at least one inch lettering:

ATCP 76.29(2)(a)1. 1. Do not use the slide while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

ATCP 76.29(2)(a)2. 2. Follow the instructions of the attendant.

ATCP 76.29(2)(a)3. 3. Leave the plunge area immediately after using the slide.

ATCP 76.29(2)(a)4. 4. WARNING: Water depth is   feet.

ATCP 76.29(2)(a)5. 5. Follow any rule required by the manufacturer of the attraction.

ATCP 76.29(2)(b) (b) Special instruction. The operator shall ensure that the patron is instructed using words, pictures, or symbols on how to position themselves and safely ride or otherwise participate in the attraction.

ATCP 76.29(3) (3) Whirlpools. For whirlpools, the signage required under sub. (1) shall be conspicuously posted in the whirlpool area and include at a minimum, all of the following rules preceded by the word “WARNING” conspicuously printed in at least one inch letters: