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If you have a swimming pool in your building is there a law? that states you need a lifeguard on duty during opening hours even if it is only 4ft deep and parents will supervise their children
Michael P
It all depends. In Westchester, the Dept. of Health allows you to operate the pool as a private owner and no need for lifeguard. However, your insurance may discourage you to do this.
My recommendation is to have a lifeguard; if a problem, then get a pool attendant, i.e., someone who could enforce the rules, keep the pool clean and chemicals balanced.
A four-foot is deep enough for many children and easy to have a child drown in it. Similarly, do not count on parents who may be easily distracted with other residents. I have seen on two instances in which children began swallowing water with the parents at arms length in the pool.
Good luck on your decision!
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I do believe you have to have a lifeguard on duty while the pool is in operation (open). You could also inquire with the New York City Department of Health (212) 676-1520 You may also want to check with the buildings insurance company, god forbid something happens?
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