2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
Your code for the design, construction, alteration, repair and maintenance of swimming pools, spas, hot tubs and aquatic facilities!
Introducing the 2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) from the International Code Council!
This is the code you need if you are designing, constructing, altering, repairing, and maintaining swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, and aquatic facilities. The regulations found in this book were developed with the Association of Pool & Spa Professionals (APSP).
Changes from the 2015 edition to the 2018 edition include:
- The new standard for hot water storage tanks
- Solar thermal water heating systems now have their own section
- Flotation tank systems for sensory deprivation therapy are now clarified to not be within the scope of the ISPSC
Chapter 1 – Scope and Administration
Part 1 – Scope and Application
General
Applicability
Part 2 – Administration and Enforcement
Department of Building Safety
Duties and Powers of the Code Official
Permits
Inspections
Violations
Means of Appeal
Chapter 2 – Definitions
General
Definitions
Chapter 3 – General Compliance
General
Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Fuel Gas Requirements
Energy
Flood Hazard Areas
Barrier Requirements
Decks
General Design
Dimensional Design
Equipment
Suction Entrapment Avoidance
Circulation Systems
Filters
Pumps and Motors
Return and Suction Fittings
Skimmers
Heaters
Air Blower and Air Induction System
Water Supply
Sanitizing Equipment
Waste Water Disposal
Lighting
Ladders and Recessed Treads
Safety
Chapter 4 – Public Swimming Pools
General
Diving
Bather Load
Rest Ledges
Wading Pools
Decks and Deck Equipment
Circulation Systems
Filters
Specific Safety Features
Dressing and Sanitary Facilities
Special Features
Signage
Chapter 5 – Public Spas and Public Exercise Spas
General
Materials
Structure and Design
Pumps and Motors
Return and Suction Fittings
Heater and Temperature Requirements
Water Supply
Sanitizing, Oxidation Equipment and Chemical Feeders
Safety Features
Chapter 6 – Aquatic Recreation Facilities
General
Floors
Markings and Indicators
Circulation Systems
Handholds and Ropes
Depths
Barriers
Number of Occupants
Toilet Rooms and Bathrooms
Special Features
Signage
Chapter 7 – Onground Storable Residential Swimming Pools
General
Ladders and Stairs
Decks
Circulation System
Safety Signs
Chapter 8 – Permanent Inground Residential Swimming
Pools
General
Design
Construction Tolerances
Diving Water Envelopes
Walls
Offset Ledges
Pool Floors
Diving Equipment
Special Features
Circulation Systems
Safety Features
Chapter 9 – Permanent Residential Spas and Permanent Residential Exercise Spas
General
Safety Features
Chapter 10 Portable Residential Spas and Portable Residential Exercise Spas
General
Chapter 11 Referenced Standards
Index
The ISPSC is in use or adopted in 21 states and the District of Columbia.
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