STA POOL PLANT OPERATIONS LVL 3

The STA Level 3 Award in Pool Plant Operations (QCF) covers:

COURSE INFORMATION

• The industry lead bodies and their recommendations and guidelines;

• Pollution and its removal, the threat of diseases such as legionnaires and how they are controlled

• Principles of circulation and filtration and the requirement for regular maintenance

• How the physical characteristics of a Swimming Pool can be hazardous

• Swimming pool ventilation and heating systems

• The principles of water treatment including pH, water balance and water testing

• Microbiological Testing

• Analysis and interpretation of readings leading to corrective action

• Methods for recording results and maintaining records

• Understanding the different types of residual & non residual disinfectants and their use in water treatment

• Developing an understanding and awareness of current industry best practice, guidance and recommendations

• Principles of Health and Safety and the relevant Statues

• Developing an understanding of the environmental implications of operating and managing swimming pools, spas and associated plant

• Energy and cost Efficiency.

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ASSESSMENT

The assessment criteria are as follows:

• Satisfactory completion of the course manual

• Completion of a multiple-choice assessment

• Completion of six worksheets

• Undertake Practical Water testing, analysis and interpretation

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REVALIDATION

This qualification requires revalidation every 5 years to update knowledge and demonstrate understanding.