than 1-3/4 inches. Where the barrier is composed of diagonal members, the maximum opening formed by the diagonal members shall be no more than 1-3/4 inches. • Access gates, when provided, shall be self-closing and shall be equipped with a self-latching locking device located on the pool side of the gate. Where the device release is located no less than 54 inches (1372 mm) from the bottom of the gate, the device release mechanism may be located on either side of the gate and so placed that it cannot be reached by a young child over the top or through any opening or gap from the outside. Gates that provide access to the swimming pool must open outward away from the pool. The gates and barrier shall have no opening greater than 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) within 18 inches (457 mm) of the release mechanism. • A mesh safety barrier 48” high meeting the following minimum requirements shall be considered a pool barrier: 1. Individual component vertical support posts shall be capable of resisting a minimum of 52 pounds of horizontal force prior to breakage when measured at a 36 inch height above grade. Vertical posts of the child safety barrier shall extend a minimum of 3 inches below deck level and shall be spaced no greater than 36 inches apart. 2. The mesh utilized in the barrier shall have a minimum tensile strength according to ASTM D5034 of 100 pounds per foot, and a minimum ball burst strength according to ASTM D3787 of 150 pounds per foot. The mesh shall not be capable of deformation such that a 1/4-inch round object could not pass through the mesh. The mesh shall receive a descriptive performance rating of no less than “trace discoloration” or “slight discoloration” when tested according to ASTM G53, Weatherability, 1,200 hours. 3. When using a molding strip to attach the mesh to the vertical posts, this strip shall contain, at a minimum, #8 by 1/2 inch screws with a minimum of two screws at the top and two at the bottom with the remaining screws spaced a maximum of 6 inches apart on center. 4. Patio deck sleeves (vertical post receptacles) placed inside the patio surface shall be of a nonconductive material. 5. A latching device shall attach each barrier section at a height no lower than 45 inches above grade. Common latching devices that include, but are not limited to, devices that provide the security equal to or greater than that of a hook- and-eye-type latch incorporating a spring actuated retaining lever (commonly referred to as a safety gate hook). 6. The bottom of the mesh safety barrier shall not be more than 1 inch (25 mm) above the deck or installed surface (grade).
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