How to Prepare for the CPO Test
Each year, thousands of swimming pool operators put their skills to the test as they complete their Certified Pool Operator (CPO) training and take their formal exam. If you’re heading back to pool school this spring, you can do a lot in advance to make sure you’re well prepared for test taking time. Here’s how […]
10 Inexpensive Items No Pool Should be Without
Have a little wiggle room in your year-end budget? Here are a few great ways to make life easier poolside, without breaking the bank. Commercial Grade Test Kits – No money is better spent poolside, period. Your test kit pays for itself quickly so you might as well upgrade to a great one. In the […]
Bad Signs and Quick Fixes – Sneaky Problems are No Match for Trained Operators
Some pool problems are sneaky, but a well-trained pool operator can spot them from a mile away. Train your senses to notice a few key indicators and you’ll stay ahead of pesky issues poolside. This month we explain the first signs of trouble and the quick fix strategies used by the best pool pros. Smells […]
5 Minute Upgrades – 6 Quick Changes for a Better Pool
In the next 30 minutes, your pool can go from good to great. This month we’ve got six low cost changes that can make your pool more efficient, effective and safer… all in just a few minutes. Label Your Emergency Phone – Next time you see a 911 call on the news, try to interpret […]
Chem Check Checkup – Don’t Forget Why You’re Testing the Water
Chemical checks at your pool have tremendous value, but with any repetitive task we often lose sight of our end goals. Here’s what you need to keep in mind next time you’re elbow deep. Compliance – You’re likely checking the chemicals because someone told you that you have to. That’s a great reason. The […]
Creative Solutions to Tough Aquatic Problems
Aquatic professionals are a bright bunch. We’re natural problem solvers. Every day, new tasks present themselves and we navigate the challenges wisely. Here are some of the tough problems, and creative solutions we’ve been impressed with this year. The Overwhelmed Hotel Pool Hotel pools see unique challenges. They can sit empty for days, only […]
In-Service Topics for Maintenance Teams
12 Essential Aquatic Maintenance Training Topics for a Successful Summer Well-trained maintenance teams are essential to summer pool successes. Here are 12 in-service topics to help you organize your weekly meetings and ensure your teams success. Safety Data Sheet Training – We all keep SDS documents, but has your crew dug into them? Do they know what to do […]
In-Service Topics for Aquatic Teams
12 Essential Lifeguard Training Topics for a Successful Summer Ready for a great summer? Start by planning the lifeguard training’s that your team needs to perform their best all season long. Here are 12 in-service topics to help you organize your weekly meetings and ensure your teams success. Scanning – Start the summer off with a […]
Seven Secrets to Summer Hiring
Want to a smooth swim season? Hire better this spring. Make your summer more manageable with these proactive strategies for hiring a better seasonal staff. Step 1 – Start Early – Seasonal staff hiring is a long process. To secure the best talent, you need to get off to a quick start. Early spring is […]
Not at My Pool – Avoiding Illness and Infection Poolside
Recreational Water Illnesses (RWI’s) are bacteria, viruses and protozoa that can spread through swimming pool environments. This happens when contaminated water is swallowed, contaminated water droplets are inhaled, or through contact between skin and an aquatic surface at a pool. Well-trained swimming pool operators are the first line of defense in the battle against illness […]