Keller vs North Richland Hills
How do safety rules rules compare between Keller, TX and North Richland Hills, TX?
Keller and North Richland Hills have similar restriction levels.
Keller, TX
Tarrant County
Keller pools must comply with the federal VGB Act, requiring anti-entrapment drain covers and unblockable drains. Electrical bonding, GFCI protection, and CPSC-compliant suction systems are inspected at final.
View full Keller rules →North Richland Hills, TX
Tarrant County
North Richland Hills pools must comply with the federal Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act, including VGB-compliant drain covers and anti-entrapment devices. Pool alarms, emergency signage for public pools, and compliant lighting apply, and residential pools serving childcare need additional protections.
View full North Richland Hills rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Keller | North Richland Hills |
|---|---|---|
| Federal Law | VGB Act drain covers | - |
| NEC | Article 680 bonding and GFCI | - |
| ISPSC Adopted | 2021 edition | - |
| Drain Requirement | Dual drains or SVRS | - |
| Final Inspection | Required before first use | - |
| VGB Act | - | Federal compliance |
| Drain Covers | - | ANSI APSP-16 |
| Barrier | - | TX HS Code 757 |
| Childcare Pools | - | HHSC stricter rules |
| Electrical | - | NEC Article 680 bond |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Keller FAQ
What is the main safety risk the VGB Act addresses?
Suction entrapment, where a single-suction drain creates enough pull to hold a swimmer underwater. The VGB Act requires approved drain covers and either dual drains or a safety vacuum release system to eliminate the hazard.
Do older Keller pools need VGB upgrades?
Any public pool is required to have VGB-compliant drain covers. For private residential pools, compliance is expected when the pool is renovated, repaired, or reinspected, and is considered best practice for all owners.
North Richland Hills FAQ
Does the federal VGB Act apply to my NRH residential pool?
Yes. VGB drain cover standards apply to all pools, public and private. Use only ANSI/APSP-16 certified covers and add anti-entrapment devices on single-drain systems.
What safety equipment should a backyard pool have?
A life ring or shepherd hook, access to a phone for emergencies, a first-aid kit, a CPR-trained household member, and compliant barriers, drain covers, and electrical grounding.
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