What is a diving board hazard?

The risk of diving into shallow water is identified as a diving board hazard due to the potential for serious injury that can occur if a diver miscalculates their jump and enters water that is not deep enough. Shallow water can lead to head and neck injuries, which can have devastating consequences, including paralysis. This hazard emphasizes the importance of ensuring that adequate water depth is maintained in diving areas, clearly marking safe diving zones, and educating patrons about the correct diving techniques to avoid the risk of a shallow-water dive.

Other options, while they also present risks, do not directly address the critical injury associated with diving from a board into shallow water, which is a primary safety concern in pool operations.