Maryland Pool Operator Study Guide

operational public pool - Answer- open for general admission; open to the public. semi-public pool - Answer- a pool at a facility that has pool use restricted to individuals. usually members how often do you need to fill out daily/weekly operation form - Answer- every two hours or more (operation form) how often do you need to fill out pool and spa entrapment hazard checklist - Answer- daily how long do you need to keep your records for? what's an exception? - Answer- 3 years. exception: minor gets injured. they can file until they turn 18. ex: 8 y/o has 10 years to file. 9 possible immediate closure items: - Answer- 1. staff has improper credentials 2. disinfection levels aren't in legal ranges 3. pH isn't in legal range 4. poor clarity 5. loose, damaged, or missing suction outlet covers 6. fecal, vomit, or blood 7. recirculation/ disinfection systems not properly working 8. high/low water temp. 9. dangers staffing requirements for public pool (Operator and lifeguard) - Answer- operator- on site at all times lifeguard- always staffing requirements for semi-public pool (Operator and lifeguard) - Answer- operator- on site/within 15 minutes call lifeguard- not required if your pool needs repairs when must you contact the health department? - Answer- always. except for identical replacement. how long do you have to file injury and illness report form - Answer- within 24 hours how long do you have to file resuces - Answer- every 3 months or at the seasonal change, whichever is more frequent suction