Pools require a barrier at least 48 inches above grade with no gap allowing a 4-inch sphere to pass. Gates must be self-closing and self-latching. Standards adopted from the Georgia State Minimum Standard Swimming Pool & Spa Code (2012 ISPSC).
Georgia has adopted the International Swimming Pool & Spa Code (2012 edition with GA amendments) as the State Minimum Standard. Per ISPSC §305, residential pool barriers must be 48-inch minimum height measured from the side facing away from the pool. Openings cannot allow a 4-inch sphere to pass. Self-closing, self-latching gates required (latch 54 inches above grade if opening outward). Public pools regulated separately under GA DPH Rule 511-3-5. Fulton County Board of Health Environmental Health inspects public/semi-public pools.
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