You can view West Virginia’s State Bathing Code here. CPO Certification in West Virginia is reccomended.
COde states that a Qualified Water Facility Operator is required. This is an individual who has passed a recognized Certified Pool Operator certification course, such as those offered by the National Spa and Pool Institute, the YMCA, or an equivalent course approved by the Commissioner.
Operators must follow state, county, city and local laws as well as federal laws pertaining to the operation and maintenance of pools and spas.
CPO Certification West Virginia State Pool Forms
http://www.wvdhhr.org/phs/forms/
WEST VIRGINIA CODE EXCERPTS
Code Excerpts
| Criteria | CPO Certification West Virginia |
|---|---|
| What is to be recorded | Chlorine/Bromine, pH, Total Alkalinity |
| Water Testing Frequency | At least twice daily |
| Chlorine Levels (Min-Max) | POOL: 1.0-5.0 CL, 2.0-5.0 BR SPA: 1.0-5.0 CL, 2.0-5.0 BR WADING: 1.0-5.0 CL, 2.0-5.0 BR |
| pH Levels (Min-Max) | 7.2-7.8 |
| Chlorine Test Kit Requirements | DPD |
| pH Test Kit Requirements | No standard |
| Cyanuric Acid Levels (Min-Max) | 10-100 ppm |
| Water Clarity | 6″ black disk visible at deepest point |
| Turnover Rate | POOL: 6 hrs SPA: 30 minutes WADING: 2-4 hrs |
| Bather Load (per bather) | POOL: NL PA: NL WADING: NL |
| Depth Markings | NL |
| CPO® Required | YES |
Class Schedule
| Date | Location |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 |
| March 16-17, 2024 | Charleston, WV |
| April 6-7, 2024 | Morgantown, WV |
| April 18-19, 2024 | Wheeling, WV |
| May 8-9, 2024 | Charleston, WV |
| October 12-13, 2024 | Charleston, WV |
| November 9-10, 2024 | Morgantown, WV |
To register by check, print and complete registration form and mail with check to Pool Operation Management, 68 Edwards Road, Brick, NJ 08723. Please make checks payable to Pool Operation Management.
