# COMAR Title 10 — Maryland Department of Health

## Subtitle 17 — Swimming Pools and Spas

### Chapter 01 — Public Swimming Pools and Spas

#### Regulation .42 Approval of Operator's Course.

*COMAR 10.17.01.42*

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

A. 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

B. 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.