Always lots of questions as the weather warms up around “wading pools“. Whether inflatable or hard plastic here’s what we know:
Definition:
Wading Pool: Ch.32 1(B)(67) and Ch. 33 1(B)(57) – Wading Pool means:
- a pool with a water level maintained at 24 inches or less,
- is no more than 4 feet in diameter.
- does not require a filter
- may not contain chemically treated water.
Key Notes:
- Wading pool needs to be empty of water when not in use and clean after exposure to contaminants.
- Adult supervision (Safety Attendant) must be direct at all times wading pool is in use.
- Safety Attendant for wading pool needs to be currently certified in adult, pediatric and infant CPR and first aid.
- Placed for usage on grass/energy absorbing materials. Hardtop/Pavers are not safe surfaces for using on.
Information covering all swimming/wading activities – sheets provided from Licensing:
fccamaine.com 