Pool Operator Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Aquatic Facility Operator 2023/2024 already graded A+

Pool Operator's Test

In addition to the training class and test, the operator must... - ANSWER have knowledge of the swimming pool ordinance for the AHJ, make sure all certifications are kept updated, ensure that all employees are properly trained and in-services are held, be trained on the physical plant of swimming pool facility that they intend to operate, familiarize themselves with the specifics of the swimming pool facility conventional swimming pool - ANSWER basic type of swimming pool, "flat water" skim...

Aquatic Facility Operator exam questions and answers 100% correct What is NOT one of the AFO's primary responsibilities? -Correct Answer-Teaching Lessons What should you do every day as a part of your AFO safety duty program? -Correct Answer-Facility Inspection How many gallons of water is in one cubic ft? -Correct Answer-approximately 7.5 How do you calculate how many gallons are in a pool? -Correct Answer-1. calculate the volume (LxW)xDavg 2. multiple by 7.5 gallons Law of Dilut...

The main drain purpose is to : C. remove sediments and is located at the deep end of the pool The pressure differential between gauges on a pressure filter should not exeed : B. 10psi A sequestering agent may be used in a pool to : A. prevent precipitation of minerals on pool surfaces The surface area of the regular swimming pool 30 feet wide and 75 feet long is : C. 2,250 square feet Which of the following conditions contribute to accelerated growth of algae in pools 2 | P a g e : A. ...

In addition to the training class and test, the operator must... : have knowledge of the swimming pool ordinance for the AHJ, make sure all certifications are kept updated, ensure that all employees are properly trained and inservices are held, be trained on the physical plant of swimming pool facility that they intend to operate, familiarize themselves with the specifics of the swimming pool facility conventional swimming pool : basic type of swimming pool, "flat water" skimming pools...

Commercial swimming pools and spas are regulated by _____. : ASPI/NSPA The standard to make sure all equipment is legitimate is _____. : NSF/ANSI Standard 50 What do you do if you need immediate assistance after coming into contact with chemicals or contaminated water? : Call 911 The Center for Disease Control (CDC) provides information and guidelines for handling _____. 2 | P a g e : vomit or fecal incidents If you observe diarrhea in your pool you should _____ and _____. : close...

What are the 11 reasons for closure of the pool? : 1) A lifeguard is not on the pool deck of a general use pool, or a spa guard is not on the premises of a spa 2) The main drain is not clearly visible form the nearest lifeguard chair 3) The free chlorine, total bromine, pH, or cyanuric acid readings of the pool water are other than specified under section II, B 1 4) The recirculating equipment is not working properly for more than one hour 5) the water level is below the skimmers in the...

To be a pool operator you must : Complete a pool operator training course To prevent spinal injury : All of the above The strong suction in the pool (ENTRAPMENT) is the : Main Drain Electrical systems in the pool must have : GFIs (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters?) 2 | P a g e The skimmer _____ prevents floating debris from re-entering the pool : WEIR What is filtration? : Physical process of water moving through the system What is the turnover rate in most jurisdictions? : 6 hour...

True or False: Pool operator certification is required by law? : False. Though many organizations require it as well as insurance companies. What are the key factors in a risk management plan? : Negligence, standard of care, duty of care, and record keeping. What is included in risk management? : Prevention of injuries to patrons and staff, protection of facility assets, and minimizing of legal liability. What impacts aquatic industry regulations and standards? 2 | P a g e : Water qual...

Ideal bromine level in a pool and spa is: : 3ppm to 6ppm Ideal chorine level for a pool is: : 1ppm to 5ppm Maximum level of chlorine in a pool is: : 5ppm If you see bubbles coming up from a return, the possible cause could be : a bad seal on the hair/lint strainer - it is not properly closed, or air is in the filter, or water level is too low 2 | P a g e The hypochlorinator doesn't work. What could be a possible cause for this? a) no chlorine in the vat b) the injection fitting is ...