Georgia Department of Public Health Adopts Amendments to Swimming Pool Safety Rules

On November 6, 2026, the Georgia Department of Public Health adopted amendments to Rule 511-3-5-.18, titled "Specific Safety Features and Markers." This action follows the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking issued on October 7, 2026, according to the Department.

The amendments are enacted under the Department's authority as outlined in Georgia Code Section 31-2A-6; 31-12-8; and 31-45-10.

Press Release: Georgia Department of Public Health

Published November 6, 2026. Reproduced in full from the Georgia Department of Public Health.

NOA - Environmental Health Hazards - Public Swimming Pools, Spas, and Recreational Water Parks

The Department of Public Health hereby adopts amendments to Rule 511-3-5-.18, " Specific Safety Features and Markers," as provided in the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking issued on October 7, 2026 (PDF, 2.44 MB) . This action is taken pursuant to the Department's authority under Georgia Code Section 3 l-2A-6; 31-12-8; and 31-45- 10.

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