ATCP 76.12(1)(a)6. 6. For chemicals used for the primary purpose of controlling microbial or algal growth, the United States environmental protection agency registration number. Pf

ATCP 76.12(1)(b) (b) Erosion feeders. For chemicals used with erosion feeders, only the name of the chemical need be provided on the label. P

ATCP 76.12(2) (2) Chemical storage and chemical storage areas. Chemical storage and chemical storage areas shall meet all of the following:

ATCP 76.12(2)(a) (a) Original container. Chemicals shall be stored in the original or a properly labeled container. Pf

ATCP 76.12(2)(b) (b) Location. Chemicals shall be covered and kept in a clean, dry, well ventilated, and locked area away from flammables, incompatible chemicals, and heat sources. P

ATCP 76.12(2)(c) (c) Separation. Oxidizers shall be stored separately from acids.P

ATCP 76.12(2)(d) (d) Access. Only authorized personnel shall have access to a chemical storage area. P

ATCP 76.12(2)(e) (e) Chlorine gas. Chemicals shall not be stored in a chlorine gas storage area. P

ATCP 76.12(2)(f) (f) Food. Food may not be stored in a chemical storage area. Pf

ATCP 76.12(2)(g) (g) Smoking. Smoking is prohibited in a chemical storage area.P

ATCP 76.12(2)(h) (h) Ventilation. Ventilation in chemical storage areas shall comply pursuant to ch. SPS 364, as enforced by the Wisconsin department of safety and professional services. Pf

ATCP 76.12(2)(i) (i) Doors. Doors to chemical storage areas shall be locked and marked to indicate entry is for authorized personnel only. Pf

ATCP 76.12(2)(j) (j) Emergency telephone numbers. A list of emergency telephone numbers shall be in the chemical storage area or be readily accessible. Pf

ATCP 76.12 Note Note: For pools with liquid disinfectant and acid it is strongly encouraged to provide secondary containment in the chemical storage area.

ATCP 76.12(3) (3) Mixing of chemicals. The mixing of chemicals shall meet all of the following:

ATCP 76.12(3)(a) (a) Added to water. A chemical solution shall be added to water, not by adding water to the chemical. P

ATCP 76.12(3)(b) (b) Separately added. Each chemical or chemical solution shall be separately added to the water. P

ATCP 76.12(3)(c) (c) Restriction of patrons. Patrons shall not be in the pool when chemicals are added directly into the pool basin. P

ATCP 76.12(4) (4) Handling of chemicals.

ATCP 76.12(4)(a) (a) Smoking. Smoking by anyone handling chemicals or by anyone within the immediate vicinity of chemicals being mixed is prohibited. P

ATCP 76.12(4)(b) (b) Safety data sheet.

ATCP 76.12(4)(b)1. 1. For each chemical used, a safety data sheet shall be readily accessible to staff and the department or its agent. Pf

ATCP 76.12 Note Note: For example, the operator may keep the safety data sheet in a binder or on a computer as long as the operator or designated representative has immediate access to the information without leaving the pool area.

ATCP 76.12(4)(b)2. 2. A paper back-up of the safety data sheet shall be available for rapid access in the case of a power outage or other emergency.Pf

ATCP 76.12(4)(b)3. 3. Staff shall be trained in the use of the safety data sheet and where they are located. Pf

ATCP 76.12 History History: CR 22-021: cr. Register June 2023 No. 810, eff. 9-24-23.

ATCP 76.13 ATCP 76.13 Chemical feeders and filter aid equipment.

ATCP 76.13(1) (1) General. Chemical feeders and filter aid equipment shall be all of the following:

ATCP 76.13(1)(a) (a) Installed. Installed according to the manufacturer’s directions.