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37.115.508    DRAINS AND SUCTION OUTLETS

(1) The main drain outlets of the pool shall be plainly visible and located at the deepest portion of the pool.

(2) All pools, spas, and other water features constructed after March 1, 2010, shall have dual or multiple main drains.

(3) The suction outlet(s) including covers, fittings, and hardware shall be designed and installed in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications to provide protection from body and hair entrapment.

(4) All main drains and suction outlets of any pool, spa, or other water feature must meet the requirement of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act, 15 USC 8001-8005 (2007), or the pool, spa, or other water feature may not be operated.

(5) No pool, spa, or other water feature may operate after March 1, 2011 unless the licensee submits written certification to the department from an engineer licensed in the state of Montana, that documents that the drains and suction outlets meet the requirements of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act, even if the pool, spa, or other water feature meets those requirements.

History: 50-53-103, MCA; IMP, 50-53-101, 50-53-102, 50-53-103, 50-53-104, 50-53-106, 50-53-107, MCA; NEW, 2010 MAR p. 80, Eff. 1/15/10.

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