Rule 05 - Rules Relating To Swimming Pool Complexes

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RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAII RULE 5 - RULES RELATING TO ALL COUNTY SWIMMING POOL COMPLEXES Section 1 Definitions A. "Adult Lap Swim" shall mean the designated time at a pool that is reserved for lap swimming only and limited to patrons who are eighteen (18) years or older. Training equipment such as but not limited to kickboards, training fins, hand paddles, flotation belts and pull buoys shall be allowed in lanes designated for lap swimming. The Director or the Director's duly designated representative shall direct the removal of all devices deemed unsafe. Continuous forward progression is required when utilizing lap lanes. B. "Bulkhead" shall mean a wall type structure in the pool physically separating the pool basin. C. "Certified coach" shall mean a person with active certification with U.S. Swimming national organizations and possession of a current U.S.A. Swimming Coach member card or registration with the United States Master Swimming organization, and possession of a current American Red Cross "Safety Training for Swim Coach" card. D. "Certified lifeguard" shall mean an adult eighteen (18) years or older who is certified in the performance of lifeguard duties and pool operations and in possession of current Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED certificate, or the equivalent. E. "Co -Sponsored Activity" shall mean a program or event in which Department personnel assist in planning, organizing and supervision. The Director must approve co-sponsorship of the activity. If admission is charged or donations are received, or goods and services are sold, the co- sponsor must submit a financial accounting for the activity. The Department of Parks and Recreation reserves the right to discontinue co- sponsorship at any time. F. "Concession area" shall mean the designated location(s) where any and all commercial distribution is authorized to occur. G. "County" shall mean the County of Hawaii.