Pool & Spa Operator Handbook 2024 Edition

The Pool & Spa Operator Handbook 2024 Edition is an essential resource for professionals in the aquatic industry, including pool and spa operators, service technicians, health officials, and property managers. Published by the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA), this handbook serves as the primary textbook for the Certified Pool & Spa Operator® (CPO®) certification program, which has trained over 400,000 individuals since its inception in 1972

Key aspects:

• Cover Design: New front and back cover featuring real photos from the field.
• Chapter 10: Updated information on piping systems.
• Appendix A-2: Revised Cyanuric Acid (CYA) measurements in the Daily Pool/Spa Chemical Log.
• Appendix B-2: Updated color scheme for better readability.
• Appendix C-5: Introduction of new information on Cold Plunge Tanks

Highlights:

• Full-Color Illustrations: Visual aids to enhance understanding of complex concepts.
• Color-Coded Chapters: Easy navigation with a color-coded chapter identification system.
• Expanded Index: Comprehensive keyword index and table of contents for quick reference.
• Mathematical Guides: Inclusion of mathematical and calculation guides pertinent to pool and spa operations

About Ronald L. Ford

Ronald L. Ford is a veteran instructor and author in the pool & spa industry. He served as a longtime instructor for the National Swimming Pool Foundation (NSPF) and was specifically chosen by the Foundation’s board to update the Handbook, helping boost the number of operators earning their CPO® certification. His work focuses on operational safety, water quality, and regulatory compliance in aquatic facilities.

Other Works:

• 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
• Builder’s Guide to Swimming Pool Construction