Egress point must be provided - bench or ladder in the deep end
R4501.18Ladders and steps.
All pools whether public or private shall be provided with a ladder or steps in the shallow end where water depth exceeds 24 inches (610 mm). In private pools where water depth exceeds 5 feet (1524 mm), there shall be ladders, stairs or underwater benches/swimouts in the deep end. Where manufactured diving equipment is to be used, benches or swimouts shall be recessed or located in a corner.
Exception: In private pools having more than one shallow end, only one set of steps are required. A bench, swim-out or ladder may be used at all additional shallow ends in lieu of an additional set of steps.
Default bench dimensions:
18" Below water level
18" From front of bench to pool wall
Tanning Ledges count as egress points if they are in the deep end of the pool
Seating Bench is a standard feature and not an extra charge as long as it is a single bench 8’ or less long. There may be additional charges if there is more than one bench or if it is longer than 8’
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