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HomeHealth and Safety CodeDiv. 104Pt. 10Ch. 5Art. 5§ 116053 Pool Safety Enforcement Rules

§ 116053 Pool Safety Enforcement Rules

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§ 116053 Pool Safety Enforcement Rules

Key Takeaways

  • •Health officers must make sure swimming pools follow the state's safety rules.
  • •These rules are part of the State Building Standards Code.
  • •The rules apply to all swimming pools in the health officer's area.

Example

A family builds a new swimming pool in their backyard.

The local health officer must check if the pool meets safety rules, like having a fence around it to keep kids safe.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 116053 Pool Safety Enforcement Rules

Every health officer shall enforce the building standards published in the State Building Standards Code relating to swimming pools and the other regulations adopted by the department pursuant to this article in his or her jurisdiction. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1996.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

health officerbuilding standardsState Building Standards Codeswimming poolsregulations

Related Statutes

  • § 116050 Public Pool Safety Regulations
  • § 116055 Pool Inspection Authority
  • § 116065 Swimming Pool Violation Penalties
  • § 112280 Existing Regulations Remain Effective
  • § 116880 Building Standards Adoption

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 116053.
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