It does not need to be fused. A motor rated snap switch would work if it was rated for the HP of the pump. (not uncommon with small house pumps)
The "in site" thing usually has a bit of wiggle room in it. Just look at the intent. You don't want someone coming up and flipping the switch while you are working on it. I have also heard this referred to "as far as you can accurately throw your Kliens". You don't need to see the switch itself but you need to be able to see someone screwing with it.
A lockout capable disconnect will also work, wherever it is, although that is not my favorite method since LoTo is a foreign concept to too many people in the service business.
