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PART 3 — FIRE PROTECTION, OCCUPANT SAFETY AND ACCESSIBILITYUpdated for the 2024 Ontario Building Code

3.1.17.2.Public Pools

(1) The occupant load of a public pool, except a wave action pool, shall be determined by the following formula: occupant load = D + S 2.5 1.4 where, D = the water surface area in square metres of the part of the pool that is deeper than 1 350 mm; and S = the water surface area in square metres of the part of the pool that is 1 350 mm in depth or less. (2) The occupant load of a wave action pool shall be determined by the following formula: occupant load = D + S 2.5 1.1 where, D = the water surface area in square metres of the part of the pool where the still water depth is greater than 1 000 mm; and S = the water surface area in square metres of the part of the pool where the still water depth is 1 000 mm or less.
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Code text is reproduced for reference from the Ontario Building Code (O. Reg. 163/24, 2024 Building Code Compendium). This page is provided for general information and is not an official copy. Always verify requirements against the official Ontario Building Code and confirm with your local building department.