Regulation .42 Approval of Operator's Course.

The Secretary shall approve a pool and a spa operator's course based on the following criteria:

An approved course shall cover general aspects of public pool and spa operation including:

(1)

Applicable regulations;

(2)

Disease prevention;

(3)

Disinfection;

(4)

Filtration;

(5)

Circulation system components;

(6)

General pool and spa equipment;

(7)

Operation and maintenance of equipment;

(8)

Water chemistry;

(9)

Water testing;

(10)

Record keeping;

(11)

General pool and spa chemicals;

(12)

Chemical handling;

(13)

Waste water disposal;

(14)

Safety;

(15)

Sanitation; and

(16)

Other pertinent topics as specified by the Secretary; and

An approved course shall be taught by an individual who has demonstrated to the Secretary:

(1)

Expertise in the operational aspects listed in §A of this regulation, as evidenced by combined work experience, training, and formal education; and

(2)

Successful completion of an approved public pool and spa operator's course.