Section 400.11409. Swimming area; lifesaving equipment.

Rule 409. (1) A camp shall clearly delineate areas for advanced swimmers, intermediate swimmers, and non-swimmers in any swimming area used by campers. A camp may have less than 3 swimming areas.

(2)   A camp shall provide lifesaving equipment at each permanent swimming area and shall place the equipment so that it is immediately available in case of an emergency.  At a minimum, the equipment shall include all of the following:

(a)  A whistle or other audible signal device for each staff person on duty.

(b)   An assist pole or other appropriate reaching assist device.

(c)   A ring buoy or other appropriate throwing assist device that has a rope attached that is of sufficient length for the area.

(d)  A backboard with a minimum of 3 straps.

(e)   A first-aid kit.

(f)  A rescue tube.

(3)    A camp shall provide lifesaving equipment for non-swimming aquatic activities other than swimming and at any temporary swimming site and shall place the equipment so that it is immediately available in case  of  an emergency.   At a minimum, the equipment shall include all of the following:

(a)   A whistle or other audible signal device.

(b)   A throwing assist device.

(c)   A first-aid kit.

History: 2009 AACS.