Section 675IAC14-4.3-290. Surface skimmer systems

   Section S4220 Surface skimmer systems is added as follows:

(1) S4220.1 A surface skimming system shall be:

(A) provided on all residential swimming pools; and

(B) designed and constructed to skim the pool surface when the water level is maintained within the operational parameters of the system's rim or weir device.

(2) S4220.2 Skimming devices shall be designed and installed so as not to constitute a hazard to the bather.

(3) S4220.3 Where automatic surface skimmers are used as the sole overflow system, at least one (1) surface skimmer shall be provided for each eight hundred (800) square feet or fraction thereof of the water surface area. Nominal recessed areas such as stairs, spas, etc., shall not be considered in the calculation. Where skimmers are used, they shall be located to maintain effective skimming action over the entire surface of the pool.

(Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 14-4.3-290; filed Mar 25, 2011, 10:19 a.m.: 20110420-IR-675090789FRA; readopted filed Aug 4, 2011, 8:35 a.m.: 20110831-IR-675110254RFA)