This bill amends current law to allow specially exempt facilities, such as retirement communities and assisted living facilities, to offer swimming lessons, classes, or instruction through third-party entities without losing their exemption from mandatory first aid and lifeguard personnel requirements. The bill specifies that these swimming activities must not be open to the general public, must be limited to pre-registered participants scheduled at designated times, and must occur during specific time periods separate from the general use of the facility. Additionally, the number of participants must be limited, and the third-party instructor must be present at the facility and certified as a lifeguard by an organization recognized by the Department of Health.

The bill also clarifies that a specially exempt facility will not be deemed ineligible for exemption from lifeguard and first aid requirements solely based on the presence of recreational features like diving boards or water slides. This legislative change aims to provide more flexibility for specially exempt facilities to offer swimming instruction while maintaining safety standards. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 26:4A-5