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Camp Codes, Safety Guide & Safety Plans
State Sanitary Codes
Statutory Authority: Public Health Law, §225
NYSDOH Bureau of Community Environmental Health and Food Protection
CHILDREN’S CAMPS
Sections 7-2.1 thru 7-2.25
Includes Amendments Eff. 6-22-2017
Requirements for Campers with Disabilities at Children’s Camps
Section 7-2.25 of Subpart 7-2 of the State Sanitary Code contains requirements for camps enrolling campers with physical and developmental disabilities. (DOH 01-2017)
FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions (Download PDF)
Swimming Pools
Sections 6-1.1 thru 6-1.31
Includes Amendments Eff. 7/6/2011
Bathing Beaches
Sections 6-2.1 thru 6-2.20
Includes Amendments Eff. 7/6/2011
- Go to beach safety plan
- Go to NYS Web site SubPart 6-2 - Bathing Beaches
- Go to NYS Web site SubPart 6-3 - Recreational Aquatic Spray Grounds
Additional NYS Web site links for Part 7
Children's Camp Safety Plan
May 2009
New York State Sanitary Code Subpart 7-2, Children's Camps, requires that children's camp operators develop, review annually, update and implement a written safety plan. This plan must be submitted to your local health department (LHD) for their review and approval. The plan must accurately describe the camp's procedures for personnel, facility operation and maintenance, fire safety, medical, general and activity safety, staff training, and camper orientation.
Childrens Camp Safety Plan Templates
 Brochure: Children’s Camps in NYSDOH 3601 (3/05). Cover pictured at left. Information for parents about state permitting requirements, staff qualifications, health & safety expectations, rights and responsibilities of the parent or guardian, the camp operator and the local health department. Download legal-size, 2-sided brochure for printing (PDF, 91K) |
Children's Camp FORMS | Children's Camp & Bathing Facilities FACTSHEETS
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