Certified Pool Operator exam UPDATED
ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT
Answers
ANSI - CORRECT ANSWER - American National Standards Institute
ASME - CORRECT ANSWER - American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Certified lifeguard - CORRECT ANSWER - A person who possesses current certification
at the Senior Lifesaving level or its equivalent. Established by the American Red Cross, YMCA
or equivalent.
Certified Pool Operator - CORRECT ANSWER - Responsible for daily operation of a
public swimming pool or public spa/hot tub. Successful completion of course in pool operation
and maintenance. Approved by Director of Public Health
Coping - CORRECT ANSWER - The cap on the pool or spa/tub that provides finishing
edge around the perimeter of the pool or hot tub.
disinfectant - CORRECT ANSWER - a chemical substance that kills harmful bacteria or
viruses
Exercise spa/swim spa - CORRECT ANSWER - Variant of a spa that allows for exercises
using water resistance
Fences - CORRECT ANSWER - Must be 4 feet in height above ground. Must prevent
children from getting through(chain link, picket, solid board)
Free Chlorine Residual - CORRECT ANSWER - The portion of total chlorine remaining
in water that is not combined with ammonia or nitrogen compounds, so is able to react
chemically to pathogens.
, Hazard - CORRECT ANSWER - Any situation that poses a risk of injury or harm to
patrons of pool
Hydrostatic relief valve - CORRECT ANSWER - A valve that relieves underground water
pressure caused by high water table under pool.
Lifeguard - CORRECT ANSWER - A competent adult, 18 or older, currently certified in
CPR and first aid
Lifeline - CORRECT ANSWER - Coarse rope or line with attached buoys used to separate
where a pool suddenly increases in depth. Must be securely attached to both sides of the pool.
Make-Up Water - CORRECT ANSWER - Water used to fill or refill pool water
Maximum Load - CORRECT ANSWER - Maximum number of bathers permitted in pool.
Total water surface area in sq ft/27 sq ft.
Operator or Manager - CORRECT ANSWER - Person responsible for operation and
management of a pool
Pool Area - CORRECT ANSWER - The area immediately surrounding and adjacent to the
swimming pool including but not limited to all areas within the fence, if required, or the walls(if
indoor).
Pool Management Company - CORRECT ANSWER - Any person or entity contracting to
manage or operate two or more public swimming pools.
private swimming pool - CORRECT ANSWER - Any pool over 24 inches in depth used
for swimming or recreational bathing. Inground or above ground. Limited to residential
occupancies.
ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT
Answers
ANSI - CORRECT ANSWER - American National Standards Institute
ASME - CORRECT ANSWER - American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Certified lifeguard - CORRECT ANSWER - A person who possesses current certification
at the Senior Lifesaving level or its equivalent. Established by the American Red Cross, YMCA
or equivalent.
Certified Pool Operator - CORRECT ANSWER - Responsible for daily operation of a
public swimming pool or public spa/hot tub. Successful completion of course in pool operation
and maintenance. Approved by Director of Public Health
Coping - CORRECT ANSWER - The cap on the pool or spa/tub that provides finishing
edge around the perimeter of the pool or hot tub.
disinfectant - CORRECT ANSWER - a chemical substance that kills harmful bacteria or
viruses
Exercise spa/swim spa - CORRECT ANSWER - Variant of a spa that allows for exercises
using water resistance
Fences - CORRECT ANSWER - Must be 4 feet in height above ground. Must prevent
children from getting through(chain link, picket, solid board)
Free Chlorine Residual - CORRECT ANSWER - The portion of total chlorine remaining
in water that is not combined with ammonia or nitrogen compounds, so is able to react
chemically to pathogens.
, Hazard - CORRECT ANSWER - Any situation that poses a risk of injury or harm to
patrons of pool
Hydrostatic relief valve - CORRECT ANSWER - A valve that relieves underground water
pressure caused by high water table under pool.
Lifeguard - CORRECT ANSWER - A competent adult, 18 or older, currently certified in
CPR and first aid
Lifeline - CORRECT ANSWER - Coarse rope or line with attached buoys used to separate
where a pool suddenly increases in depth. Must be securely attached to both sides of the pool.
Make-Up Water - CORRECT ANSWER - Water used to fill or refill pool water
Maximum Load - CORRECT ANSWER - Maximum number of bathers permitted in pool.
Total water surface area in sq ft/27 sq ft.
Operator or Manager - CORRECT ANSWER - Person responsible for operation and
management of a pool
Pool Area - CORRECT ANSWER - The area immediately surrounding and adjacent to the
swimming pool including but not limited to all areas within the fence, if required, or the walls(if
indoor).
Pool Management Company - CORRECT ANSWER - Any person or entity contracting to
manage or operate two or more public swimming pools.
private swimming pool - CORRECT ANSWER - Any pool over 24 inches in depth used
for swimming or recreational bathing. Inground or above ground. Limited to residential
occupancies.
