Certified Pool Operator

When most people think of different types of pools, their knowledge typically doesn’t go further than whether the pool is in-ground or above-ground. As a Certified Pool Operator®, your knowledge [...]

Are you planning on getting a pool operator certification? Then you should know that keeping records is an essential aspect of a pool operator’s everyday duties. Record keeping helps organize and [...]

Becoming a Certified Pool Operator ® is more than just figuring out how to balance chemicals and fix pool equipment, it is also about managing risks at an aquatic facility. Risk management [...]

It is never a comfortable topic when talking about the cleanliness of a pool. We all want to simply dive in and enjoy the water. However, as a Certified Pool Operator® (CPO), you need to know [...]

Pool algae – we all know that it turns the water green and is a pain to clean, but what exactly is it? Is it dangerous? Is it a plant or bacteria? Most importantly, how do you get rid of [...]

The key to having a clean and safe pool is developing a routine maintenance plan. Routine swimming pool maintenance is the work performed by the aquatics staff as an ongoing responsibility. This [...]

When working as a Certified Pool Operator (CPO®), a big part of your job is keeping your facility and patrons safe. This includes daily precautions as well as having a plan in place and knowing [...]

Just as pools have safety guidelines, hot water facilities like spas require a high standard of safety, sanitation, and maintenance. From everyday maintenance activities to proper signage, [...]

When operating a pool, especially a large commercial pool, conserving swimming pool energy should always be a high priority. Pools are expensive to maintain and operate, so any extra energy loss [...]

A top priority of a Certified Pool Operator® (CPO®) should always be safety. Pool safety involves strict adherence to all safety regulations, guidelines and standards,, as well as having the [...]