Mich. Admin. Code R. 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.

Notes

Mich. Admin. Code R. 400.11409

2009 AACS