Ladders and Steps

(1) A minimum of one ladder shall be provided for each 75 feet of swimming pool perimeter, and not less than two such devices shall be provided at any pool. If step-holes are provided in lieu of ladders, they shall be readily cleanable and sloped slightly, or provided withdrainholes, to prevent accumulation of dirt. A suitable handrail extending to the pool deck or curb shall be provided at each side of each ladder or step-holes. Recessed stairsteps may be substituted for ladders or step holes. A suitable handrail shall be provided at one side or in the center of stairsteps. (2) For eachspecialpurpose poola minimumofone handrail or ladder equivalent shall be provided, or there shall be a deck designed to facilitate safe entry or exit.