Director
means the Wake County Department of Human Services Director or authorized representative
Operator
means the certified pool operator
... [Show More] (CPO) who is responsible for the daily operation of a public swimming pool
Owner
means the owner of the swimming pool, or the responsible management company
Pool Area
means the interior of the fenced area around a swimming pool including the swimming pool itself and the interior of all toilets, bathhouses, equipment enclosure, and chemical enclosures associated with the swimming pool.
Residential Swimming Pool
means any swimming pool located on private property, the use of which is limited to swimming or bathing by members of his/her family or invited guests. The term shall not include facilities located inside a residence, storable pools designed for seasonal setup and use which are stored at the end of the swimming season, or spas installed on decks or porches if a fitted hard cover designed to prevent entry is maintained in place at all times when the spa is not in use.
Swimming Pool
means any structure, basin, chamber or tank containing an artificial body of water which may be used for swimming, diving, wading, instructional purposes, or therapeutic bathing. The term as used herein shall include public swimming pools as defined in the North Carolina Rules Governing Public Swimming Pools, 15A NCAC 18A .2508(2). The term shall include recreational attractions including, but not limited to water slides and wave pools and their auxiliary structures including buildings, appurtenances, and equipment used collectively by the public and operated by any person as owner, lessee, Operator, or concessionaire, regardless of whether a fee is charged for such use.
Wake County Swimming Pool Operations Permit
means the Wake County permit required for the operation of a swimming pool in Wake County.
Year-Round Pool
means any pool that is indoor or heated.
what is needed for the construction of a pool?
written approval by director
Site Plan, including pool, deck and any other appurtenant buildings. (2) Plan and sectional view dimensions of both the pool and the area enclosed by the barrier fence. (3) Plans and layouts for the bathhouse, the equipment room, and the chemical storage room. (4) Manufacturer's specifications of all treatment equipment used and their layout in the equipment room. (5) A piping schematic showing piping, pipe size, inlets, main drains, skimmers, gutter outlets, vacuum fitting and all other appurtenances connected to the pool piping system. (6) Specifications for the water supply and wastewater disposal systems. This would include aspects such as well location, sewage disposal system location, and backwash water disposal where applicable. (7) A fencing detail. (8) A lighting schedule, if pool is open for night swimming
What are the terms for water devices that spray water at the pool?
Any type of water device or feature, which sprays or discharges water onto the surface of a swimming pool where the depth exceeds 18 inches, is prohibited. This does not include wading pools designed to have water recreation attractions, areas in a pool under a waterslide, fill spouts or competition diving pools where water is discharged on the surface for a diver's reference point
How long is the wake county permit valid?
shall be valid for a period of no more than 12 months and shall be subject to provisions as noted on the permit form governing any operational limitations necessary to assure full compliance with these regulations.
What is the director able to do at inspections?
The Director is authorized to enter upon and make inspections of the premises at any reasonable time. The Operator shall assist in any reasonable way with such inspections(giving records etc..)
the director can do any tests that will determine if the pool is in compliance
How long is the wake county certification valid?
be valid for five years from the date of issuance. Violations of local or state rules may result in suspension or revocation of the Wake County certification by the Director. If the Wake County certification is suspended or revoked, the Operator shall not operate a pool in Wake County.
Where should records be kept?
Records shall be kept onsite at all times and accessible for inspection. If records are not onsite or not properly kept, the pool shall be closed.
Records shall include at least the following
Daily readings of the measurement of disinfectant residuals and pH levels taken at least two times each day of operation. The time, date, and collector's initials of each measurement shall be clearly legible when recorded. The two daily readings and recordings of the disinfectant residuals and pH levels shall be taken a minimum of six hours apart. The Operator shall read and record at least one measurement of the disinfectant and pH level daily; (2) Recordings of all activities pertaining to the operation of the pool, including hyperchlorination and the addition of all chemicals necessary for proper maintenance of the water quality standards; (3) Daily recordings of temperatures of heated pools and spas; (4) A checklist of maintenance guidelines to be provided by the Department of Environmental Services (CPO checklist). The Operator shall complete this form daily during the permitted period; and (5) Current certifications of the Operator from Wake County and PHTA or an equivalent course as determined by the Director
What happens if an operator leaves? What does the operator need to do to register?
The Owner shall notify the Department immediately upon the termination of the Operator. The pool shall be closed until an Operator is employed or contracted. An Operator of a pool shall register annually with the Department and list all pools under the Operators' responsibility
All pools equipped to be heated shall have a
metal stem or shatter protected thermometer capable of measuring water temperature to at least 110°F with a range of accuracy of not greater than ±2 degrees F. [Show Less]