Pool Plant Operator

Course Pre-Requisites

You must be at least 18 years of age at the start of the course.

There is a pre course preparation sheet which is required to be completed prior to the course. This is to be taken on the first day of the course for initial discussions with the course tutor. This pre course preparation sheet is sent alongside other pre course administration from the IoS.

Course Description

This three-day course, run at Corringham Leisure Centre, is the essential technical qualification for staff involved in day-to-day pool plant operation, or those responsible for plant management.

By the end of the course successful candidates will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the design and operation of their own pool plant including the circulation, filtration, disinfection, pH correction and heating of pool water. They will know how to maintain water that is in ‘balance’ and which is safe and pleasant to swim in. Candidates will be able to use correct techniques to test pool water and understand the remedial action required to restore ideal conditions, the technical requirements for ensuring safe and efficient operation of pool plant.

For more information, please see the links below:

PWTAG Accredited Pool Plant Operator course https://www.swimming.org/ios/course/10139

Pool Plant Foundation  https://www.swimming.org/ios/course/10137

Course Assessment

This course is assessed using a multiple choice test on the third day of the course, followed by a post course work based assignment. This assignment has to be completed within 3 weeks from the last day of the course and received by the IoS within the 3 week time frame.

To complete the assignment, learners need access to an operational plant room.

Awarding times will be between 5-7 weeks following the course.