[HISTORY: Adopted by the Board of Health of the Borough of Fort Lee
7-15-1987 as BH:23-16.1 and BH:23-16.2 of the 1987 Code. Amendments noted
where applicable.]
General. Swimming pools, when open for use shall, at all times, be under
the supervision of a competent director who shall be responsible for all phases
of pool operation, including the applicable provisions of this chapter.
At least one senior lifeguard shall be on duty at all
times who holds as a minimum, a valid senior lifeguard certificate issued
by the American Red Cross, YMCA or other equivalent rating. Other lifeguards
required to be present and on duty while the pool is open for business shall
be based primarily upon the number of patrons present at any time.
As a guide, there should be at least one lifeguard for
every 150 patrons in attendance at a pool. All persons acting as lifeguards
shall be capable swimmers proficient in lifesaving and artificial respiration
procedures. All lifeguards shall be so identified by distinguishing apparel,
emblems or signs.