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Join anytime, 4-week repeating schedule.
Clearwater, FL class times are Wednesday 12p-8p & Thursday 7a-3p.
Session 1 8hrs ref 9-24 PHTA CPO
Sep 18, Oct 16, Nov 20, Jan 8, Feb 5, Mar 5, Apr 2, Apr 30, May 28
Session 2 8hrs ref 25-40 PHTA CPO
Sep 19, Oct 17, Nov 21, Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 6, Apr 3, May 1, May 29
Session 3 7.5hrs ref 41-55
Sep 25, Oct 23, Dec 4, Jan 15, Feb 12, Mar 12, Apr 9, May 7, June 4
Session 4 7hrs ref 76-89
Sep 26, Oct 24, Dec 5, Jan 16, Feb 13, Mar 13, Apr 10, May 8, June 5
Session 5 8hrs ref 90-105
Oct 2, Oct 30, Dec 11, Jan 22, Feb 19, Mar 19, Apr 16, May 14, June 11
Session 6 7.5hrs ref 106-120
Oct 3, Oct 31, Dec 12, Jan 23, Feb 20, Mar 20, Apr 17, May 15, June 12
Session 7 7hrs ref 1-8 & 56-61
Oct 9, Nov 6, Dec 18, Jan 29, Feb 26, Mar 26, Apr 23, May 21, June 18
Session 8 7hrs ref 62-75
Oct 10, Nov 7, Dec 19, Jan 30, Feb 27, Mar 27, Apr 24, May 22, June 19
Session
Ref
Length
Description
4hrs total
61G4-15.001Qualification for Certification
(a) One (1) hour each of instruction covering
Workers’ compensation insurance
7
1
25m
What is workers comp – Who it covers, how it works and where to get.
7
2
25m
When you must provide it– Understanding exemptions and when you must provide.
Workplace safety
7
3
25m
Employee and vehicle safety– Training, safety meetings, providing PPE and vehicle monitoring.
7
4
25m
Customer and store safety– Safe displays, chemical storage as well as your parking and loading areas must be considered.
Contracting business practices
7
5
25m
Contracts and what they do– How they protect your business and you.
7
6
25m
Binding Arbitration what is it– State run program administered by the Florida Swimming Pool Association.
Pool safety equipment provisions of Chapter 515, F.S., and the Florida Building Code
7
7
25m
Chapter 515, F.S. Residential Swimming Pool Safety Act– Review and discuss compliance.
7
8
25m
FL building code– Current code revisions and updates.
16hrs total
(b) Sixteen (16) hours of instruction consisting of the Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Course of the National Swimming Pool Foundation now known as the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA)
Day 1 in class per PHTA guidelines accepted by FL Dept. Of Health
1
9
25m
Pool & Spa Management– Running your facility and how a CPO on staff meets FL regulations and can help reduce facility liability
1
10
25m
Regulations & Guidelines– FL DOH is not the only agency you have to be aware of. What about the ADA, CPSC, EPA, OSHA, and CDC just to name a few others
1
11
25m
Essential Calculations– Basic arithmetic and conversions to properly use volume and chemical dosing formulas
1
12
25m
Essential Calculations– Calculating pool surface area and volume for proper equipment sizing, evaporative losses and chemical dosing
1
13
25m
Pool Water Contamination– Awareness of the fecal and non-fecal contaminates that cause recreational water illnesses.
1
14
25m
Disinfection– Explain chlorine chemistry and byproducts.
1
15
25m
Disinfection– Explain bromine chemistry and alternative sanitizers.
1
16
25m
Water Balance– Understanding how balance factors PH, total alkalinity, calcium hardness, temperature and total dissolved solids affect pool water quality.
1
17
25m
Saturation Index– How to use this tool to calculate water balance and correct imbalances.
1
18
25m
Pool & Spa Water Problems– Understanding oxidation and break point chlorination to correct water quality problems.
1
19
25m
Pool & Spa Water Problems– How to address staining, scale, foaming, cloudy water, and algae.
1
20
25m
Chemical Testing– Different methods and how and when to use.
1
21
25m
Chemical Feed & Control– Safe chemical application of dry, liquid and gas chemicals both manually and with feeders controlled by oxidation reduction potential or manually adjusted.
1
22
25m
Water Circulation– Explain circulation system and components.
1
23
25m
Pool & Spa Filtration types– Explain cartridge, sand and DE filters.
1
24
25m
Pool & Spa Filter sizing– Explain and calculate flow rates for the different medias for proper system sizing.
Day 2 in class with certification test per PHTA guidelines accepted by FL Dept. of Health
2
25
25m
Pool math workbook practice calculations
2
26
25m
Review calculations & Questions
2
27
25m
Heating & Air Circulation– Explain heat gains and losses and air exchange for indoor facility air quality.
2
28
25m
FL DOH Codes & Inspections– Review FL Admin Code 64E-9 public swimming pools and bathing places and FL DOH inspection reports.
2
29
25m
Spa & Therapy Pool Operations– Operational concerns in low volume hot water facilities require additional vigilance to maintain a safe environment.
2
30
25m
Facility Safety– Emphasize the different types of training, drowning prevention, environmental and safety equipment used to provide a safe environment in and around the pool.
2
31
25m
Chemical Handling & Safety– Covers PPE, safe storage, use, and application of chemicals we use.
2
32
25m
Keeping Records– Provide examples and discuss various documents like opening & closing checklists, daily operation, and emergency response plans.
2
33
25m
Facility Maintenance– Provide examples and discuss routine, preventive, and seasonal maintenance plans.
2
34
25m
Troubleshooting– Discuss basic troubleshooting of pumps, and filters.
2
35
25m
Facility Renovation & Design– Discuss considerations when a facility is planning a renovation.
2
36
25m
Review & Questions
2
37
25m
PHTA CPO certification testing
2
38
25m
PHTA CPO certification testing
2
39
25m
PHTA CPO certification testing
2
40
25m
PHTA CPO certification testing
40hrs total
(c) Forty (40) hours of instruction utilizing an up to date publication from any National recognized swimming pool association
Structures – Pool Structures & Finishes; Spa & Hot Tub Structures, Finishes & Equipment Packs
3
41
25m
Commercial pool concrete construction– Timeline and discussion of project.
3
42
25m
Commercial spa concrete construction– Timeline and discussion of project.
3
43
25m
Commercial/residential pool typical aggregate surfaces– Discuss marcite, exposed aggregate, or polished.
3
44
25m
Commercial pool tile marking requirements– Discuss required markings per FAC 64E-9.
3
45
25m
Commercial vacuum filter system components– Show and discuss various components of a vacuum filtration system.
3
46
25m
Commercial pressure filtration system components– Show and discuss various components of a pressure filtration system.
3
47
25m
Residential inground pool concrete construction– Timeline and discussion of project.
3
48
25m
Residential inground pool fiberglass construction– Built offsite and trucked in, it’s a very different project.
3
49
25m
Residential inground vinyl liner construction– Component construction rigid wall with a concrete bottom or full frame backfilled construction.
3
50
25m
Residential inground pool typical surfaces– Pebble, exposed aggregate, polished, marcite, or fiberglass over concrete.
3
51
25m
Residential deck barrier safety devices– Door alarms, self closing gates, perimeter fencing and baby fencing only work if maintained.
3
52
25m
Residential equipment pad components– Understanding the equipment and how they work to meet customer demands.
3
53
25m
Refinish with aggregate– From prep to application.
3
54
25m
Refinish with paint/epoxy– Identify what is currently on the surface is critical for a successful job. Explain prep to application.
3
55
25m
Refinish with fiberglass– Fiberglass over concrete process explained.
Circulation System – Circulation & Piping; Hydraulics, Pumps, Pump Motors & Air Blowers, Filters, Heaters, Chemical Feeders & Generators
7
56
25m
Required tools for what we do– Hand, battery, and electric tools that we need.
7
57
25m
PVC specialty fittings and where to use them– Sweeps, 45s, 90s, spigots, inside and over fittings. How they are used when replacing equipment.
7
58
25m
PVC solvent welding basics– Pipe & fitting preparation are the key to a joint that doesn’t leak.
7
59
25m
Tapered pipe fittings and unions where to use– Threaded fittings and union application to make your life easier when replacing equipment.
7
60
25m
Diverter and ball valves where to use– When and where to use a positive shut off valve or diverter valve.
7
61
25m
Understanding total horsepower and motor service factors– How service factor affects total horsepower and how to calculate.
8
62
25m
Understanding TDH (total dynamic head)– How to calculate TDH and apply to pump flow curve.
8
63
25m
Pump flow curve charts– Using flow curve to select proper pump for certain applications.
8
64
25m
Pump installation piping– Understanding velocity through piping is critical for proper installation.
8
65
25m
Filter installation piping– Different filters types and elevation concerns determine best filter when replacing obsolete filters.
8
66
25m
Heater installation piping– Understanding internal bypass versus external bypass when installing.
8
67
25m
Chlorine generator installation piping– Some generator cells require specific orientation, making sure you can install properly is key.
8
68
25m
UV and Ozone installation piping– Explain proper placement, flow restrictions and bypass requirements.
8
69
25m
Dept of Energy pump regulations proposed 2021– Energy saving pumps will become the standard if rule is adopted as written.
8
70
25m
Variable Speed pump overview– VS pumps due to low filtering speed save energy(money) but still have power to run spas and cleaners as needed.
8
71
25m
Fluidra VS pump programing– App or keypad programming to maximize savings.
8
72
25m
Hayward VS pump programing– App or keypad programming to maximize savings.
8
73
25m
Pentair VS pump programing– App or keypad programming to maximize savings.
8
74
25m
Single speed motor overview– Still the most common system out, various hp, dual voltage, doesn’t save any energy, being phased out but will be around for a while.
8
75
25m
Motor and seal replacement– How all pumps regardless of brand are assembled, they may look different but they are all the same.
Chemistry – Chemical Safety, Water Testing & Water Treatment; Water Treatment – Chlorine; Water Treatment – Other; Water Balance
4
76
25m
Chemical transportation safety– Containment, separation, and DOT quantity rules.
4
77
25m
Chemical application safety– Improper mixing and chemicals in wrong type feeder, mistakes not to make.
4
78
25m
Chemical dosing– Once you determine chemical changes needed you must break down from purchase quantity to application quantity.
4
79
25m
FL Dept. of Health swimming pool water chemistry guidelines– Commercial or residential we use FAC 64E-9 for proper chemistry guidelines.
4
80
25m
Pool water industry testing types available– Discuss what participants are currently using and different types available.
4
81
25m
Pool water testing procedures– Proper procedure for various test methods provides accurate results.
4
82
25m
Pool water test interpretation and imbalance correction– How to take your test and correct imbalances.
4
83
25m
Commercial chemical feeders– Chemical feeders and pumps commonly used in commercial applications.
4
84
25m
Residential chemical feeders– Chemical feeders commonly used in residential applications.
4
85
25m
Chlorine generation systems the new normal from builders– Most common brands in new construction you should be familiar with.
4
86
25m
Ultraviolet systems to enhance water quality– What you should know. Coming to residential currently more common in commercial.
4
87
25m
Ozone systems to enhance water quality– What you should know. Very common in spas and small pools but larger units are coming to market.
4
88
25m
Saturation Index interpretation– Understand customer complaints about water quality are due to balance not chlorine.
4
89
25m
Correcting Saturation Index imbalance– Using the Saturation Index to calculate corrections to water quality issues.
Electrical System – Basic Electricity, Safety Requirements & Pool/Spa Electrical Equipment, Lighting, Controls, Controllers & Control Systems;
5
90
25m
Basics of Electricity– Understanding 110v, 220v, grounding and bonding.
5
91
25m
Electrical Safety– Lock out - tag out procedure, something not running or on does not mean the circuit dead.
5
92
25m
Testing meters and how to use them– Types and how to use electrical testing meters.
5
93
25m
Common pool electrical subpanels– Various examples.
5
94
25m
Common subpanels with mechanical timers– Subpanel with timer inside are most commonly installed by pool builders.
5
95
25m
Common subpanels with automation– Examples of various subpanels with automation board incorporated.
5
96
25m
Fluidra automation troubleshooting– System specific troubleshooting.
5
97
25m
Hayward automation troubleshooting– System specific troubleshooting.
5
98
25m
Pentair automation troubleshooting– System specific troubleshooting.
5
99
25m
Common mechanical timers and how to test and repair/replace– Procedure to inspect, test and repair or replace.
5
100
25m
Transformer testing and replacement– Procedure to inspect, test and replace.
5
101
25m
Pool light testing, repair and replacement– Procedure to inspect, test, repair or replace.
5
102
25m
Pool pump wiring and voltage selection– Inspection of wiring, voltage available and setting a dual voltage motor correctly.
5
103
25m
Bonding pool equipment– How inspect current equipment and connect new equipment to existing bonding wire.
5
104
25m
Chlorine generator troubleshooting and repair overview– Testing and inspection procedure for common elements of generators.
5
105
25m
Fluidra chlorine generator troubleshooting– System specific troubleshooting.
6
106
25m
Hayward chlorine generator troubleshooting– System specific troubleshooting.
6
107
25m
Pentair chlorine generator troubleshooting– System specific troubleshooting.
Maintenance – Routine Maintenance, Season & Special Care, Covers; and Dewatering
6
108
25m
Vacuuming, netting and brushing pool– Various equipment used.
6
109
25m
Cartridge filter cleaning and degreasing– Procedure for cleaning and degreasing as needed.
6
110
25m
Sand filter backwashing– Procedure for proper backwashing.
6
111
25m
Sand filter media replacement– Various media options and how to.
6
112
25m
Multiport valve repair, sand & DE– Understanding how a multiport valve works and what can be repaired.
6
113
25m
DE filter grid replacement pressure side– How to replace a grid set properly.
6
114
25m
DE filter grid replacement suction side– How to replace a grid set properly.
6
115
25m
DE filter backwashing and recharge– Procedure for proper backwashing and recharge of filter media.
6
116
25m
Cell inspection & cleaning - chlorine generators– How to inspect and what to look for to determine if cell needs acid washing.
6
117
25m
Seasonal preparation and operating concerns– What to do if you have a pool that closes in winter.
6
118
25m
Pool cover types, safety or thermal– Types of covers available in the market.
6
119
25m
Pool pop insurance and when you need it– Understanding pool pop and general liability differences.
6
120
25m
Well pointing/dewatering when draining pool for repair or remodeling– How to determine ground water levels and mitigate them during a project.
The 2 day PHTA Certified Pool/Spa Operator (CPO) program is based on the Pool & Spa Operator Handbook and Pool Math Workbook included with class:
·Each student receives 14-16 hours of instruction by a certified instructor who is specifically trained to communicate the basic skills necessary to operate a pool or spa facility.
·The course is intensive and covers pool and spa chemistry, testing, treatment, filtration, maintenance, automatic feeding equipment, government requirements, etc.
·After completion of the instruction, the student must pass a written examination.
·Certification is valid five years, at which time a refresher course and/or a re-examination must be passed.
61G4-15.001Qualification for Certification.
(5) As an alternative to the experience required under sections 489.111(2)(c)1.-3., F.S., an applicant for certification as a swimming pool/spa servicing contractor must submit proof that the applicant meets the requirements of section 489.111(2)(c)6.d., F.S., by demonstrating one year of proven experience related to the scope of work of a swimming pool/spa servicing contractor as defined in section 489.105(3)(l), F.S., performed under the supervision of a certified or registered commercial pool/spa, residential pool/spa, or pool/spa servicing contractor, and demonstrating satisfactory completion of a sixty-hour course of instruction, approved by the Board pursuant to rule 61G4-18.004, F.A.C., and conducted by a course provider registered pursuant to rule 61G4-18.003, F.A.C., that consists of the following:
(a) One (1) hour each of instruction covering workers’ compensation insurance, workplace safety, contracting business practices, and the pool safety equipment provisions of chapter 515, F.S., and the Florida Building Code;
(b) Sixteen (16) hours of instruction consisting of the Certified Pool Operator Course of the National Swimming Pool Foundation or a substantially equivalent course. Training courses approved by the Department of Health pursuant to rule 64E-9.018, F.A.C., shall be deemed substantially equivalent courses; and
(c) Forty (40) hours of instruction utilizing an up to date publication from any National recognized swimming pool association, or substantially equivalent materials, and including instruction on the following topics: Structures – Pool Structures & Finishes; Spa & Hot Tub Structures, Finishes & Equipment Packs; Circulation System – Circulation & Piping; Hydraulics – Pumps, Pump Motors & Air Blowers, Filters, Heaters, Chemical Feeders & Generators; Chemistry – Chemical Safety, Water Testing & Water Treatment; Water Treatment – Chlorine; Water Treatment – Other; Water Balance; Electrical System – Basic Electricity, Safety Requirements & Pool/Spa Electrical Equipment, Lighting, Controls, Controllers & Control Systems; Maintenance – Routine Maintenance, Season & Special Care, Covers; and Dewatering.
Title XXXII
REGULATION OF PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
Chapter 489
CONTRACTING SECTION 11
Licensure by examination
489.111 Licensure by examination.—
(1) Any person who desires to be certified shall apply to the department in writing.
(2) A person shall be eligible for licensure by examination if the person:
(a) Is 18 years of age;
(b) Is of good moral character; and
(c) Meets eligibility requirements according to one of the following criteria:
1. Has received a baccalaureate degree from an accredited 4-year college in the appropriate field of engineering, architecture, or building construction and has 1 year of proven experience in the category in which the person seeks to qualify. For the purpose of this part, a minimum of 2,000 person-hours shall be used in determining full-time equivalency.
2. Has a total of at least 4 years of active experience as a worker who has learned the trade by serving an apprenticeship as a skilled worker who is able to command the rate of a mechanic in the particular trade or as a foreman who is in charge of a group of workers and usually is responsible to a superintendent or a contractor or his or her equivalent, provided, however, that at least 1 year of active experience shall be as a foreman.
3. Has a combination of not less than 1 year of experience as a foreman and not less than 3 years of credits for any accredited college-level courses; has a combination of not less than 1 year of experience as a skilled worker, 1 year of experience as a foreman, and not less than 2 years of credits for any accredited college-level courses; or has a combination of not less than 2 years of experience as a skilled worker, 1 year of experience as a foreman, and not less than 1 year of credits for any accredited college-level courses. All junior college or community college-level courses shall be considered accredited college-level courses.
4.a. An active certified residential contractor is eligible to take the building contractors’ examination if he or she possesses a minimum of 3 years of proven experience in the classification in which he or she is certified.
b. An active certified residential contractor is eligible to take the general contractors’ examination if he or she possesses a minimum of 4 years of proven experience in the classification in which he or she is certified.
c. An active certified building contractor is eligible to take the general contractors’ examination if he or she possesses a minimum of 4 years of proven experience in the classification in which he or she is certified.
5.a. An active certified air-conditioning Class C contractor is eligible to take the air-conditioning Class B contractors’ examination if he or she possesses a minimum of 3 years of proven experience in the classification in which he or she is certified.
b. An active certified air-conditioning Class C contractor is eligible to take the air-conditioning Class A contractors’ examination if he or she possesses a minimum of 4 years of proven experience in the classification in which he or she is certified.
c. An active certified air-conditioning Class B contractor is eligible to take the air-conditioning Class A contractors’ examination if he or she possesses a minimum of 1 year of proven experience in the classification in which he or she is certified.
6.a. An active certified swimming pool servicing contractor is eligible to take the residential swimming pool contractors’ examination if he or she possesses a minimum of 3 years of proven experience in the classification in which he or she is certified.
b. An active certified swimming pool servicing contractor is eligible to take the swimming pool commercial contractors’ examination if he or she possesses a minimum of 4 years of proven experience in the classification in which he or she is certified.
c. An active certified residential swimming pool contractor is eligible to take the commercial swimming pool contractors’ examination if he or she possesses a minimum of 1 year of proven experience in the classification in which he or she is certified.
d. An applicant is eligible to take the swimming pool/spa servicing contractors’ examination if he or she has satisfactorily completed 60 hours of instruction in courses related to the scope of work covered by that license and approved by the Construction Industry Licensing Board by rule and has at least 1 year of proven experience related to the scope of work of such a contractor.
(3)(a) The board may refuse to certify an applicant for failure to satisfy the requirement of good moral character only if:
1. There is a substantial connection between the lack of good moral character of the applicant and the professional responsibilities of a certified contractor; and
2. The finding by the board of lack of good moral character is supported by clear and convincing evidence.
(b) When an applicant is found to be unqualified for a certificate because of a lack of good moral character, the board shall furnish the applicant a statement containing the findings of the board, a complete record of the evidence upon which the determination was based, and a notice of the rights of the applicant to a rehearing and appeal.
(4) The department shall ensure that a sensitivity review committee has been established including representatives of various ethnic/minority groups. No question found by this committee to be discriminatory against any ethnic/minority group shall be included in the examination.
History.—ss. 5, 17, ch. 79-200; s. 369, ch. 81-259; ss. 2, 3, ch. 81-318; ss. 6, 20, 21, ch. 88-156; s. 12, ch. 89-162; s. 4, ch. 91-429; s. 480, ch. 97-103; s. 5, ch. 97-228; s. 1, ch. 2001-117; s. 7, ch. 2002-392.
