[Al Skierkiewicz]

This question was answered in the Q&A last week. Pool noodles can be of a mostly round cross section. Star and octagon shapes are the most available that also satisfy the rule and the Q&A.

With regard to <R07C> and Fig. 8-1:

1. May we use pool noodles with a non-round profile, but with a maximum cross-sectional width of approximately 2.5 inches?
2. Are pool noodles with central holes required?

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Re: <R07C> Pool noodle type
1. Any pool noodle with an approximately round profile would be acceptable (e.g. there are pool noodles with octagonal and star-shaped profiles - these would be OK).

2. Pool noodles with central holes are preferred. But there is no rule that absolutely requires them.