JTL Pool Plant Operator Update/Refresher- Maintaining Currency – Congleton Leisure Centre, Cheshire

The Active IQ Level 3 Award in Managing Pool Operations Course is a 3 day training course designed for those who are working with pools day in day out, or who are responsible for those who are. The Active IQ Level 3 Award in Managing Pool Operations course is accredited at level 3 on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and consists of three units. Qualification Outline Target Learners:  

• • Active leisure organisations with a need to train their staff to an agreed nationally recognised standard as Pool Plant Operators.
  • Those involved in looking after the pool plant room day-to- day, or responsible for the management of complex pool water treatment plant.
  • Those who wish to have their experience and knowledge in the Leisure industry recognised by a formal qualification.
  • Students who want to go into sport and recreation as a career and who wish to undertake the most industry-relevant qualification in preparation.

Course Aims: This qualification provides the necessary underpinning knowledge to understand the requirements for efficient and safe pool plant operation in today’s high tech swimming pool industry and the technical requirements for ensuring the safe and effective operation of the pool plant. The course addresses the occupational standards for pool plant operations and is endorsed by CIMPSA. Objectives: On completion of the programme, the learner will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:  

• • The responsibilities of pool operators to provide a safe pool environment.
  • The causes of swimming pool water contamination.
  • The importance of good pre-swim hygiene
  • The importance of good cleanliness in the swimming pool environment
  • The principles of a simple swimming pool water circulation system
  • The recommended temperatures for pool water
  • The principles of pool water chemical dosing
  • The essential tests to ensure swimming pool water quality
  • The importance of maintaining swimming pool water quality
  • The importance of good record keeping
  • Correct pool water testing techniques
  • The importance of safe and effective swimming pool management
  • The legislation which affect swimming pool operations
  • The different types of infections associated with poor pool water quality and hygiene
  • The implications of the mains water supply in the treatment of swimming pool water
  • Testing of the mains water supply
  • The circulation systems of swimming pools
  • The operation of spa pools and hot tubs
  • How to control the disinfection of pool water
  • The principals involved in chlorinating swimming pool water
  • How to maintain balanced pool water
  • Water testing for swimming pool water
  • The principles of heating and ventilating the swimming pool environment
  • The staged processes of pool water treatment
  • The different approaches to swimming pool filtration systems
  • The process of backwashing a filtration system
  • The different types of valves commonly used in swimming pool plant
  • Backwashing of the filtration system
  • The risks involved in the storage and use of chemicals for the treatment of swimming pool water
  • The hydraulic flow of swimming pool water
  • Understanding the risks and hazards associated with operating pressurised mechanical systems
  • Understand the processes involved in the operation and treatment of interactive water features
  • Know the different types of infections associated with poor pool water quality and poor hygiene
  • Understand the principles of heating and ventilating the pool environment
  • Understand the importance of encouraging the efficient use of energy

  Assessment The course is assessed by the completion of a workbook (Learner Achievement Portfolio) and by completing an online e-assessment for Unit 3. This course can be delivered on site at your premises subject to there being sufficient candidates and the appropriateness of the venue. Johnson Training Ltd can deliver bespoke pool plant training courses on your site. Contact Us for further details Johnson Training Ltd   www.johnsontraining.co.uk   matthew@johnsontraining.co.uk   Tel: 07305244795

The industry recommends that you should refresh your Level 3 Pool Plant Operator certificate every 3 years. This PPO Update/Refresher – Maintaining Currency programme is aimed at operators who want to update their existing pool plant operator qualification, irrespective of who accredited it in the first place, and will provide them with a valuable CPD opportunity which will demonstrate to the authorities that update training has been provided.

Course content:

• The learning aim of refreshing, revision, updating and consolidation of previous learning
• Revision quiz
• Summary of major changes which have occurred over the last three years since the learner completed their qualification
• Issues which the learners wish to be included in the programme

Lecture and interactive presentations to enable the learner to:

1. Be aware of the major changes which have occurred since completing their last course
2. Have the opportunity to refresh, revise and update previous learning
3. Understand the importance of providing a safe and effective pool water disinfection system
4. Understand how the differing properties of the incoming mains water supply affects the treatment of pool water
5. Understand the factors which influence optimumpool water quality
6. Know the legislation, guidance documents and codes of practice which affect pool operations
7. Understand how to recognise and implement emergency procedures
8. Understand the different types of systems used in the disinfection of pool water
9. Know the different types of infections associated with poor pool water quality and poor hygiene
10. Understand the importance of encouraging the efficient use of energy