• The 2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code® (ISPSC®), developed by the International Code Council (ICC) in collaboration with the Association of Pool & Spa Professionals (APSP), provides a comprehensive, consistent, and coordinated set of regulations for the design, construction, alteration, and maintenance of residential and public swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs. The 2018 ISPSC consolidates standards from various legacy codes and industry best practices into one cohesive document. Its scope covers safety, energy efficiency, and structural performance for aquatic installations.

The 2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) is to ensure that swimming pools, spas, and related aquatic facilities are designed, constructed, maintained, and inspected in a way that prioritizes safety, durability, energy efficiency, and code compliance—both for residential and public installations.

The 2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) is a key reference for various licensing, certification, and inspector exams related to pool and spa design, construction, inspection, and code enforcement. If you’re preparing for an exam that references the ISPSC, your focus should be on code navigation, interpretation, and practical application of safety, structural, plumbing, mechanical, and energy-related provisions for aquatic installations.

 The 2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code® (ISPSC®) is designed with several visual and organizational tools to help professionals—such as inspectors, contractors, designers, and exam candidates—navigate and apply the code efficiently. These tools enhance clarity, speed, and accuracy, especially during inspections, licensing exams, or real-world project planning.