Public Swimming Pools rule, HAR Title 11, Chapter 10 (effective Jul 15, 2002). Enforced by DOH Food Safety Branch. Checked on the primary source; the state record was last reviewed 2026-11-12.
Operators need a Department of Health permit to operate a public pool, valid five years unless revoked, posted conspicuously; the director may inspect and sample water. Honolulu applies its own county design and safety ordinance in addition. Confirm with DOH Food Safety Branch.
Source: primary document
Statewide layer. County and city amendments sit on top; confirm the local office for the address.
In force; no pending amendment found
The federal Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (drain covers and anti-entrapment) applies to every public pool alongside the state rule below.
These apply when the building has the equipment or fits the type named. The frequency is the standard one; your local official can set a stricter one, so confirm it for the address.
Public Swimming Pools rule, HAR Title 11, Chapter 10 (effective Jul 15, 2002). Operators need a Department of Health permit to operate a public pool, valid five years unless revoked, posted conspicuously; the director may inspect and sample water. Honolulu applies its own county design and safety ordinance in addition. Confirm with DOH Food Safety Branch.
DOH Food Safety Branch.
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