(1) Every pool, spa, and other water feature involving pooled water must have the following equipment readily available on-site:

(a) either a rescue tube or, in the alternative, one or more ring buoys having a maximum of 15 to 16 inches inside diameter with one-quarter inch manila-line or nylon rope at least equal in length to the maximum width of the swimming pool attached securely to the ring buoy and kept in good repair; and

(b) a shepherd's crook or reaching pole.

(2) In small pools not exceeding 15 feet in width, the ring buoy with a minimum length of 14 feet of manila line or nylon rope throwing line attached may be substituted for a shepherd's crook or a reaching pole.

(3) Safety equipment must be accessible for immediate use in the area of the pool, spa, or other water feature.