The Swimming Pool OperatorsThe Swimming Pool OperatorsCaromal Design & Research Ltd
Malcolm Bartier M.Inst.S.P.Eng. has been successfully delivering Swimming Pool & Plant Training throughout the UK and Europe for more than 20 years and at our dedicated Training Centre at the rear of our offices in Copford we regularly provide a variety of certificated training courses and seminars for Swimming Pool Maintenance and Operation.
These courses use overhead projection, video projection and 'hands-on' equipment to reinforce the learning process. Each course is supplimented with handbooks and notes etc, The numbers of delegates on each course is normally limited to a maximum of 12 persons in order to ensure individual attention and plenty of oppourtunities for questions throughout the day. A buffet lunch is provided for full day seminars and tea, coffee etc is continuously available. There is ample parking and a good selection of hotels close by.
Over the years, thousands of people and organisations have benefited from our comprehensive and no-nonsense approach to trainining based on an in-depth knowledge of the subject, frequent research and continuous practical experience in the field. Malcolm Bartier M.Inst.S.P.Eng. our principle lecturer is I.S.R.M. trained, he ran a commercial leisure pool for 10 years and is continuously involved in commercial pool operation, consultancy and maintenance.
Our clients include Local Authorities, Hotel and Leisure Groups, Schools, Hospitals, Swimming Teaching Centres, Canine and Equine Hydrotherapy Centres, and prospective & new employees in the Swimming Pool Maintenance Trade, etc.,
We also deliver specialised training seminars to Environmental Health Officers who wish to familiarise themselves with the day to day management of commercial pools and further their knowledge with regards to Swimming Pool, Plant and Operational Health & Safety.
To book a place on one of our Training Seminars please contact us at
The Caromal Training Centre
School Road,
Copford,
Colchester,
Essex CO6 1BUTel 01206-212-670
Fax 01206-212-173
Please state which Training Seminar you are interested in attending and we will send you full details, a booking form, and dates of the next training seminar
TRAINING SEMINAR DETAILS
This one day Training Seminar is intended for Swimming Pool/Spa and Plant Room Operators with little or no previous experience or knowledge of swimming pool operations, and is designed to provide a basic understanding of day to day functions of an average pool and plant room. A Certificate of Attendance for this course is issued. By prior arrangement a 'multichoice' written exam with a Pass/Fail Certificate can be taken.
The legal aspects of commercial pool/spa operation are discussed, together with NOP, EAP and Risk Assessment Responsibilities.
The concept of pool and spa water circulation is discussed and all the associated equipment, both in the pool shell and in the plant room, are examined to provide a full understanding of the entire circulation system, including circulation pumps, filters, heat exchangers, as well as valves, skimmers, overflow weirs, drains, and inlets.
The function and reason for backwashing or cleaning the filters is defined, and the different types of filters encountered are illustrated and discussed to enable the operator to recognise them and understand the demands created by each type of filtration system.
The principle of pump and filter cleaning is described to give the novice operator a complete familiarity with these essential parts of the system, and the confidence to carry out this simple maintenance, essential to trouble free operation.
The other various items of pool equipment are considered, such as covers, cleaners, ladders, etc., to ensure that the day to day cleaning and maintenance of the pool can be carried out quickly and efficiently.
The origins of pollution in the pool and spa are discussed to create an awareness of the need for disinfection control. Basic water chemistry is described, dealing with chlorine (and bromine) and pH, and the test methods are discussed and demonstrated to enable the operators to test the basic chemical conditions of their pool water, and take corrective action to ensure that the water quality reaches the required standards.
Finally, the Health & Safety aspect is discussed to create an awareness of the hazards associated with swimming pools, spas, their equipment, and the chemical handling.
By the end of this seminar, those attending should be familiar with almost all aspects of swimming pool and spa systems, and be able to confidently carry out most day to day operations, and ensure that the system functions in a satisfactory manner.
This training seminar takes a full day. Course handbooks are provided but notes should also be taken.
This Training seminar is particularly useful to those operators who have attended the Level 1 - Basic Systems training, or who have had sufficient experience in a swimming pool environment that they are fully familiar with the mechanical operations of the system. A Certificate of Attendance for this course is issued. By prior arrangement a 'multichoice' written exam with a Pass/Fail Certificate can be taken.
The water cycle and the origins of various various types of pool and spa water pollution are discussed as a foundation to understanding the corrective action required.
pH is explained, discussed and demonstrated, as is Total Alkalinity, together with the different chemicals available for correcting these levels.
The disinfection cycle and chlorination are discussed in depth to enable the operator to understand the effects and results of disinfection, and to understand the Disinfection Index. The various types of chlorine donors are detailed to enable operators choose a chlorine donor best suited to their particular facility.
The chemical residuals are also discussed, to explain the problems associated with the incorrect levels of cyanurates, Sulphates, Chlorides, and Calcium. The origins of these residuals are explored so that operators can understand the advantages and penalties of using a particular chemical
Alternative disinfection is also examined, leading to an understanding by the operator of Bromine, Ozone,Ultra Violet, and Copper/Silver Ioniic purification.
To complete the information, Total Dissolved Solids, and Water Balance problems are addressed, and Health & Safety regarding chemical handling is also discussed.
At each stage, the water testing methods for the particular topics are discussed to confirm a full understanding and ability to assess water quality.
Finally, the delegates are presented with a number of examples of deteriorating or incorrect pool chemical levels, and are invited to discuss the causes, and their corrective action to restore water quality.
At the end of this training seminar, the delegates should be able to quickly recognise deteriorating water quality, carry out the appropriate tests, and take the most suitable corrective action.
After satisfactorily completeing both the Level 1 and the Level 2 training seminars, each delegate should be capable of being fully responsible for the operation of the swimming pool and/or spa at their facility.
This training seminar takes a full day. Course handbooks are provided but notes should also be taken.
This is a practical half-day training course for pool supervisers who are responsible for carrying out water testing. A Certificate of Attendance for this course is issued.
The tests normally covered are Chlorine, Bromine, pH, Total Alkalinity, Calcium Hardness, Cyanuric Acid, Sulphates, and Chlorides. TDS is discussed as well as Water Balance, and the Disinfection Index.
Each test is fully explained and demonstrated, and possible interference from other chemical residuals is brought to the attention of the students, so that they can accurately determine the chemical levels present.
After each test, or series of tests have been explained, the students are invited to carry out the test themselves, using their own test equipment, to ensure that they are fully conversant with the testing methods.
LEVEL 1B - Hygiene for Swimming and Hydrotherapy Poolside and Care Staff
This is a one day training course aimed specifically at care staff, swimming teachers, and life guards etc., who are responsible for the use of the swimming or hydrotherapy facility, but do not get involved in the operational running or maintenance of the plant and equipment or in the handling or administering of any chemicals. A Certificate of Attendance for this course is issued.
The basic circulation system and its components are described, to create an awareness of the essential requirements and the functioning of the filtration and pumping equipment.
Poolside safetyand swimming pool safety is discussed so that the poolside staff are able to rapidly identify dangerous and hazardous conditions which may suddenly occur.
The origins of pollution are indicated and discussed in order to generate an awareness of the requirements and the necessity for continuos and effective disinfection and oxidation.
The location and distribution of introduced pollutants is examined to enable the concept of preventative pollution control be accepted.
The disinfection process is examined and described to give a full understanding of the reactions of pool water disinfectants on pollutants and organic debris. The effect of insufficient disinfection is illustrated, together with the effects of high pH values causing reduced effectiveness of a residual disinfectant.
The daily routine for poolside staff, together with preventative action, is discussed to enable the staff to identify critical areas, and the suggested remedial action is analysed.
Finally, essential pool water tests are practised on various water samples to enable the participants to become familiar with the pool water testing equipment, and to assist them to be able to rapidly assess the basic quality of their pool water and judge whether or not the facility may be safely used.
At the end of the day, the poolside staff should have a considerable insight into the demands on the principle chemical levels and residuals; be able to identify and eliminate sources of unnecessary pollution; and to confidently carry out regular routine water testing and accurately determine. the suitability of the water for safe usage.
This training seminar takes a full day. Course handbooks are provided but notes should also be taken.
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Plant Room & Equipment Maintenance
This is a specialised 1 day training course for maintenance technicians who will undertake repairs and maintenance in their swimming pool plantrooms. This is ideal for pool operators with maintenance staff on site, such as hospital hydrotherapy pools, local authority pools, schools and hotels, etc. A Certificate of Attendance for this course is issued.
The
service, maintenance and repair of plantroom equipment such as
circulation pumps, sand filters, D.E. filters, valves, multiport
valves and chemical dosing pumps & tanks is described and
discussed.
All common pool shell equipment is examined to provide complete
familiarisation with disassembly, etc. The safety procedures
necessary for some works are highlighted, and a regular
maintenance program is discussed.
At the end of the day the maintenance staff should be able to confidently carry out a great number of repairs and maintenance to pool plant equipment without the need to engage outside contractors
This training seminar takes a full day.
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Pool and Plantroom Health & Safety
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