Action:
Repeal and replace 12VAC5-460 and 12VAC5-462 with 12VAC5-461
Action 7113
General Information
| Action Summary |
The Regulations Governing Tourist Establishment Swimming Pools and Other Public Pools (hereafter, “Tourist Pool Regulations”) protect public health and safety at public swimming pools, saunas, and other similar water recreational facilities located at Virginia Department of Health (VDH) permitted tourist establishments (campgrounds, hotels, and summer camps). The Swimming Pool Regulations Governing the Posting of Water Quality Results (hereafter, “Water Quality Regulations”) protect public health and safety as it relates to water quality at public recreational water facilities located throughout the Commonwealth. This action, in accordance with the authority provided in the Code of Virginia § 32.1-248.1, seeks to repeal and replace the regulatory texts to ensure an effective regulatory program governing aquatic facility safety is maintained throughout the Commonwealth. This action will: reduce the number of regulatory chapters applicable to public aquatic venues; remove outdated information; add and replace text to reflect best practices and the latest science from industry, academia, public health experts, and other stakeholders; and clarify regulatory and enforcement standards. |
| Chapters Affected |
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VAC |
Chapter Name |
Action Type |
| Primary |
12 VAC 5-460 |
Regulations Governing Tourist Establishment Swimming Pools and Other Public Pools |
Repeal Entire Regulation
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| Other chapters |
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12 VAC 5 - 462 |
Swimming Pool Regulations Governing the Posting of Water Quality Results |
Repeal Entire Regulation
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| Executive Branch Review |
This action will go through the normal Executive Branch Review process.
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| RIS Project |
Yes [8812] |
| Associated Mandates |
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| New Periodic Review |
This action will not be used to conduct a new periodic review.
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Stages
Stages associated with this regulatory action.
| Stage ID |
Stage Type |
Status |
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11323
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NOIRA
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DPB review in progress. |
Contact Information
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Name / Title:
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Lance Gregory
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Director, Office of Environmental Health Services
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Address:
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109 Governor St.
Richmond, VA 23219
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Email Address:
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lance.gregory@vdh.virginia.gov
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Phone:
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(804)864-7491
FAX: (804)864-7475
TDD: ()-
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