Virginia Graeme Baker Act

In December 2007, the United States Government signed into law The Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Safety Act (VGBA).  The Effective implementation date was December 19, 2008.  The Federal Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) was designated as the agnency in which to enforce the legislation.  The Act, requires that covers and grates meet the new standards. 

Placer County Environmental Health (PCEH) has the responsibility for the oversight and regulation of public swimming pools and spas in Placer County.  Pools and spas that require any work to be done in order to comply with the new Law, are required to submit plans to PCEH.

VGBA Information Letter (.pdf) (100KB)
VGBA Information Letter (word) (83KB)

In addition to the Original Information Letter above, a "Pool and Spa Upgrade Requirements" letter was sent to Public Pool and Spa facilities where there is still compliance to be obtained. 



VGBA Pool/Spa Resources


VGBA Remodel Applicaton - Use the Public Pool/Spa Minor Remodel Application


VGBA Safety Vacuum Release AND Main Drain Cover Replacement Certification (.pdf 56 KB)- This form is to be used to verify compliance with modifcations pursuant to the new health and Safety Code Sections 116064.1 and 116064.2


Also see the US Consumer Product Safety Commission Website for more information.


US Consumer Product Safety Commission Approved Drain Covers - A list of Manufacturers for the drain covers required by the Virginia Graem Baker Pool ans Spa Safety Act, Section 14049(c)(1)(A)(i).  This is not a recommendation of any type.  Rather, it is a resource to use.


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