Pool Plant Operations

Course details

The Pool Plant Operations qualification aims to enable candidates to manage and maintain swimming pool, spa and interactive play feature operation via receiving the training necessary to reflect the most up-to-date requirements and standards for pool plant operation.

Assessment: Pre-course worksheet assignment, MCQ Assessment, Practical water testing, analysis and interpretation, Post-course assessment

STA Level 3 Award In Pool Plant Operations (QCF)

Course Contents

• Industry lead bodies and their recommendations and guidelines
• Pollution and its removal, the threat of disease such as legionnaires and how they are controlled
• Principles of circulation and filtration and the requirements for regular maintenance
• How the physical characteristics of a swimming pool can be hazardous
• Swimming ventilation and heating systems
• The principles of water treatment, including pH, water balance and water testing
• Microbiological testing
• Analysis and interpretation of readings leading to corrective action
• Methods for recording results and maintaining records
• Understanding the different types of residual and non-residual disinfectants and their use in water treatment
• Developing an understanding and awareness of current industry best practice, guidance and recommendations
• Principles of Health & Safety and the relevant statutes
• Developing an understanding of the environmental implications of operating and managing swimming pools, spas and associated plant
• Energy and cost efficiency

Mandatory Units

• Swimming pool water testing
• Principles of swimming pool and spa water treatment
• Operating swimming pool plant

Pre-Requisites

• Be of 18 years of age or older
• Satisfactorily complete a pre-course worksheet assignment

Validity Of Award

This qualification is valid for 5 years