> New York City No Breath-Holding Contests Sign
(SPS-PL2217-NYC)

Clearly warn pool users about the dangers of breath-holding with this durable and weather-resistant New York City No Breath-Holding Contests Sign (SPS-PL2217-NYC). This sign helps prevent a potentially deadly practice by communicating the risks associated with prolonged or repetitive breath-holding, and underwater breath-holding contests.

Key Features:

• Compliant with NYC Code: Addresses the dangers outlined in NYC Health Code §165.41.
• Clear Warning: Directly addresses the hazard of breath-holding contests and hyperventilation.
• Durable FiberBrite Plastic: Made from 0.090" (1/11") thick, durable, and weather-resistant FiberBrite plastic.
• Customizable Colors: Choose from over 80 standard colors for the sign, font, and graphics
• Clearly Printed Graphics: Features screen-printed graphics in black and red for high visibility.
• Interior or Exterior Use: Suitable for both indoor and outdoor placement.

Text Reads:

NO BREATH-HOLDING CONTESTS
Taking deep breaths, one after the other, before swimming underwater can be deadly!
Prolonged or repetitive breath-holding can be deadly. No intentional hyperventilation or underwater competitive breath-holding. NYC Health Code §165.41.

Ideal Applications:

• Community swimming pools in New York City.
• Municipal pools and recreational facilities in New York City.
• Schools and universities in New York City.
• Any facility in New York City with a swimming pool.

Installation:

• Includes drill holes for easy mounting. Please contact us if you would prefer to order this sign with foam tape strips. Please refer to our installation guide for complete instructions.

Compliance:

This sign is designed to address the dangers of breath-holding as outlined in NYC Health Code §165.41. Check with your inspector to see if this sign meets all code requirements for your specific facility.

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