New Jersey

In the State of New Jersey, it is required to have a certified pool operator for a public swimming pool. Our program has been approved for 10.25 CEU’s by the New Jersey State Department of Health. CPO Certification In New Jersey is essential.

State of New Jersey Sanitary Code Chapter IX Public Recreational Bathing Code N.J.A.C. 8:26. Section 8:26-5.2 Swimming Pool Supervision states “The maintenance and mechanical operation of a swimming pool shall be under the supervision of a trained pool operator (TPO). The trained pool operator shall be available for mechanical and maintenance repairs and detection.  The trained pool operator shall have completed a pool operator course and shall have certification from a Department of Health-approved organization listed in N.J.A.C. 8:26 Appendix A. The trained pool operator shall visit the swimming pool at least once a week to review records and inspect the facility to ensure that it meets all regulatory requirements. Documentation of the visit shall be maintained onsite.”

A trained operator must follow state, county, city and local laws as well as federal laws pertaining to the operation and maintenance of pools and spas.

Here are some documents to help you understand and implement the requirements of the New Jersey State Sanitary Code Chapter IX Public Recreational Bathing NJAC 8:26.

This document provides answered to frequently asked questions from the New Jersey State Health Department.

HIGHLIGHTED NEW JERSEY STATE CODE is the actual New Jersey State Sanitary Code Chapter IX Public Recreational Bathing NJAC 8:26  That Contains Highlighted Key Points for the Trained Pool Operator

CPO Certification New Jersey State Pool Forms

http://wb.doh.state.nj.us/apps2/forms/subforms.aspx?pro=eoh/phss

New Jersey Codes Affecting Public Pools

https://www.nj.gov/dca/divisions/codes/codreg/#2

New Jersey Right to Know Hazardous Substance Fact Sheets

https://www.nj.gov/health/workplacehealthandsafety/right-to-know/hazardous-substances/