3113B Diving Boards and Platforms — 2025 California Building Code
California Building Code (Title 24, Part 2) · 2025 edition · updated 2026-10-19 · California
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Cite as: 2025 California Building Code (Title 24, Part 2) § 3113B · Effective January 1, 2026 · Official source: Building Standards Commission
3113B.1 General.¶
Diving boards and platforms shall be anchored to the pool deck, constructed of corrosion resistant material, designed and constructed to be easily cleanable and finished with a durable slip resistant material.
3113B.2 Rails and steps.¶
Diving boards or platforms greater than 18 inches (456 mm) in height above the deck shall be provided with a ladder or stairs for access. Hand rails shall be provided at all ladders and stairs leading to diving boards or platforms more than 1 meter above the water. Diving boards and platforms that are over 1 meter above the water shall have guard rails on both sides of the diving board or platform that extend to a point on the platform directly above the water’s edge. Guard rails shall be 36 inches (914 mm) above the diving board or platform.
3113B.3 Dimensions.¶
Dimensions and clearances for the use of diving boards or platforms shall conform to those shown in Figures 31B- 1 and 31B-2. Platforms and diving boards shall conform to the USA Diving Rules and Codes, Part 1, Subpart A and Appendix B, effective January 1, 2010.
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