If the gate of a pool enclosure is 4' high, what is the maximum allowed distance between the bars?

The maximum allowed distance between the bars in a pool enclosure gate that is 4 feet high is specified for safety reasons, primarily to prevent young children from being able to squeeze between or climb through the bars. When the height of the enclosure is around 4 feet, regulations typically dictate that the spaces between the bars on the gate should not exceed 4 inches. This standard is designed to ensure that the barrier is effectively preventing unauthorized access to the pool area by young children, who may be at risk of drowning.

While the distances of 2 inches, 6 inches, and 8 inches could be considered, they either do not meet safety regulations or compromise the integrity of the enclosure. A distance of 2 inches is acceptable and more restrictive, but it is not the maximum allowed. Distances greater than 4 inches can create safety hazards that are counterproductive to the intended design of the pool enclosure.