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Professional
Pool Operators of America (PPOA) serves and supports swimming
pool and waterpark operators in the US and now the
developed world. We are dedicated to the betterment and
national recognition of professional pool operators who
excel in this profession. PPOA publishes the Pumproom
Press, the nation's only newsletter exclusively for
certified pool operators, which focuses on the technical
challenges pool operators face.
Surf
the PPOA website for the latest information on technical
issues such as advanced water care, mechanical-system
maintenance, automation, and bather comfort and safety.
Also, you will find information on management classes,
seminars, and information on joining PPOA!
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The Pumproom
Press is a quarterly newsletter published for active
members which includes technical articles, information regarding
pool courses and advanced training, networking for job opportunities,
a computer bulletin board, safety information, member contributions,
humor, and more. Water chemistry and related technical writings
show up as primary features in each issue, with broad-based,
open-minded and technically sound discussions. The Pumproom
Press scrupulously avoids commercialism or bias in
its content. A new publication, the Pumproom Press
Extra, is mailed at irregular intervals to cover special
or timely issues of interest to all members, active or not.
Read
more
Online Articles
The PPOA website contains a library of online articles that have appeared in PrP. Read more. |
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Do
you operate a swimming pool or waterpark, or train pool
operators? Then you should be in PPOA!
 To qualify for membership in PPOA you must have successfully completed, or teach, an accredited course in pool operation (for example, AFO, CPO, POOL, CAM, LA County, among others) and be employed or seeking employment in the industry or serve as a pool-assigned health-department inspector. PPOA invites you to inquire further about the organization and its membership requirements. Read more |
Historical
Pools - Take a Swim Down Memory Lanes
Visit the Historical Pools Page and browse through the pictorial history of the evolution of swimming pools and aquatic facilities.
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PPOA Prep School: Mini-Course on Pool Water Chemistry
Are you taking a professional pool course soon? Do you need a quick study guide or refresher? The PPOA Prep School provides a crash course into the world of pool-water chemistry. Read more
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