Swimming Pool Operator

This course is designed to provide the knowledge necessary to safely and efficiently manage and operate swimming pools and spas. While exact rules and regulations vary by county a Certified Pool Operator is required to be on site at all times.

Minimum age 16 years old

Purpose:

Course is designed to provide the knowledge necessary to safely and efficiently manage and operate swimming pools and spas.

Learning Objectives:

  • State regulations governing operation of public and semi-public pools

  • The pool operator’s responsibility for protection of the patrons’ health

  • Calculation of swimming pool volume, filter surface area, and flow rate

  • Filtration and circulation

  • Pool water testing, sanitation chemistry, and water balance

  • Heaters and hot water chemistry

  • Management of aquatic facilities

  • Pool operational problems and chemical adjustments

  • Care of seasonal pools

  • Disease and accident prevention, including safety in the workplace

Certification Requirements:

Pass a written examination with a grade of 80 percent or better.

Upon Course Completion participants will receive their Swimming Pool Operator’s License from the Maryland Department of Health that is valid for 3 years.

*Depending on which county you work in you may have to apply with the local Health Department for a County issued Pool Operator’s License

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