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Connecticut Pool Emergency Phone Law

Yes — Connecticut regulation 19-13-B33b requires a readily available telephone or device for emergency use at public pools.

Citation: 19-13-B33b

The Requirement

Connecticut requires a telephone or suitable communication device to be readily available at all public pools for emergency use.

Citation: 19-13-B33b

What This Means for Your Property

"Suitable device" gives some flexibility to use a cellular emergency phone instead of a traditional landline, useful for pools without existing phone wiring. The key requirement is that it works reliably and is accessible without delay.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — Connecticut regulation 19-13-B33b requires a readily available telephone or device for emergency use at public pools.
In most cases, yes. Connecticut's pool phone requirement generally applies to any public or semi-public pool, which typically includes HOA, condo, and apartment community pools, not just commercial facilities. Confirm with your local health department if you're unsure how your specific pool is classified.
Generally yes — most states, including Connecticut, don't require a traditional landline specifically. A dedicated cellular emergency phone that reliably dials emergency services without extra steps is typically an acceptable way to meet the requirement, particularly for pools that don't already have phone lines run to the deck.
Enforcement is usually handled by the state or local health department (or a building/safety code office) as part of routine pool inspections and licensing, sometimes with extra rules added at the county level. If you're unsure which office covers your property, your local health department is the best place to start.

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