Beyond the 48-inch barrier, NC Residential Code requires pedestrian gates to swing outward away from the pool and be self-closing and self-latching. Electrical bonding and grounding under NEC Article 680 protect against shock. Public pools face additional state health rules.
NC Residential Code Section NCA105.3 requires pedestrian access gates to open outward away from the pool, be self-closing, and have a self-latching device; latch-release hardware must be placed to prevent easy child access. Electrical equipment must meet the National Electrical Code Article 680 (GFCI protection, equipotential bonding, grounding of pumps, rails, ladders, and lights), verified by a bonding inspection. Public and semi-public pools in Forsyth County are additionally governed by 15A NCAC 18A .2500, enforced by NC DHHS and county environmental health, covering fencing, water quality, and safety equipment. Home pools should still follow drowning-prevention best practices such as covers and alarms.
Non-self-latching gates or failed electrical bonding will fail inspection. Public-pool operators violating 15A NCAC 18A rules face permit suspension and closure by county environmental health.
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