Schools or clubs that have responsibility of operating their facility
- All facilities must have a certified pool operator on staff or hire an outside CPO service (Certified Pool/Spa Operator designation obtained by passing the course and test produced by the National Swimming Pool Foundation)
- Scheduling of pool time for other organizations, lap swimming or open swims at leased facilities where they are required by contract. Organizations scheduling pool time should provide an additional insured certificate naming your club.
- Documented pool chemistry checks must be performed as required by the local health department.
- Procedures must be in place for closing and returning a pool to use following a fecal/contaminating incident.
- A written emergency response plan must be in place to cover all foreseeable incidents, near drowning, release or spill of chemicals, medical emergency, fire, severe weather, etc.
- Minimum staffing levels for the facility must be in place prior to opening the facility (facility manager, assistant manager/operations/maintenance manager, head lifeguard/lifeguards, instructors that must be present to properly manage and operate the facility)
- All pool equipment and mechanical components must meet NSF and ANSI standards
- The facility must have and maintain a current operating permit from the local AHJ
- If insured is operating or managing a facility they do not own, a written contract must be in place clearly stating the responsibilities of the swim school and the owner of premises. It must also state that exposures related to the insured school activities will only be covered. Coverage for this scenario can be purchased separately. Please see our Pool Premises Liability program.
- Signage highlighting Pool Rules must clearly be posted at facility
- No liquor allowed at facility