In the State of Connecticut, Stratford now requires a certified pool operator and more locales may require this in 2007. Check with your local health department.
You can view Connecticut's State Bathing Code here.
To register by check, print and complete registration form and mail with check
to
Pool Operation Management, 68 Edwards Road, Brick, NJ 08723. Please
make
checks payable to Pool Operation Management.
To register online by credit card, click here.
CONNECTICUT CODE EXCERPTS
| CRITERIA |
CONNECTICUT |
| What is to be recorded |
TAC, FAC, CAC, pH, Cyanuric Acid |
| Water Testing Frequency |
1x prior to opening, then as needed to maintain adequate levels (cyanuric acid 1x week) |
| Chlorine Levels (Min-Max) |
POOL: .8-nmo max CH
SPA: 1.0 - no max CH
WADING: .8-nmo max CH |
| pH Levels (Min-Max) |
7.2-7.8 |
| Chlorine Test Kit Requirements |
DPD (replace yearly) |
| pH Test Kit Requirements |
phenol red |
| Cyanuric Acid Levels (Min-Max) |
0-100 ppm |
| Water Clarity |
6" black disk test visible at deepest point |
| Turnover Rate |
POOL: 8 hrs
SPA: 30 minutes
WADING: 2 hrs |
| Bather Load (per bather) |
POOL: < or = 5ft: 15 sq ft. >5ft: 30 sq ft
SPA: 15 sq ft
WADING: 10 sq ft |
| Depth Markings |
Deck & Pool |
| CPO Required |
Check w/health department |
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