What is the Certified Pool-Spa Operator (CPO) Program?
The Certified Pool-Spa Operator® program has delivered more training than any other program in the pool and spa industry since 1972, resulting in more than 200,000 successful CPO® certifications in 44 countries. The CPO® certification program includes training in pool and spa chemistry, testing, treatment, filtration, maintenance, automatic feeding equipment, government requirements. Two Day Topics: The role of the health department · Lifeguard requirements · Health and safety · Water chemistry · Sanitizers and chemical · Operational parameters · Algaecides, oxidizers, and other specialty chemicals · Water testing procedures · Hydraulics and circulation systems · Filtration systems · Chemical feeders · Pool and spa maintenance · Hot water chemistry for spas · A 650-entry glossary of industry terms, and more The CPO® certification program requires an open book written examination and The CPO® certification is valid five years. The NSPF / CPO course is accepted by the Texas Department of