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Indiana Pool Emergency Phone Law

Yes — Indiana rule 410 IAC 6-2.1 requires a working telephone within or near the pool area.

Citation: 410 IAC 6-2.1

The Requirement

Indiana requires a working telephone within the pool area, or accessible nearby, for emergencies.

Citation: 410 IAC 6-2.1

What This Means for Your Property

"Working" is doing the heavy lifting in this rule — a disconnected landline or dead cellular unit won't pass inspection. Routine testing, such as a monthly test call, is a good habit for Indiana properties.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — Indiana rule 410 IAC 6-2.1 requires a working telephone within or near the pool area.
In most cases, yes. Indiana'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 Indiana, 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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