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Lesson 2 – Operation and Maintenance
Handbook: Pages 5 – 10)
Suggested Time:
PowerPoint Slides:
Materials:
30 minutes
CPI Lesson 2 slides
Revised ADA Regulations (Appendix A from the CPI Handbook)
Swimming Pool/Spa Barrier Inspection Checklist handout
(Appendix BB from the Instructor Manual)
Objectives: At the end of this lesson the student will be able to:
1. Identify the areas that have a potential impact on public health as related to pools/
spas
2. Explain the role of the various competitive governing bodies and the general
requirements associated with diving depth design
3. List the characteristics of properly installed deck slides, starting blocks, ladders and
steps
4. List the important features when inspecting pool and spa decks
5. List fi ve factors recommended by the CPSC as it relates to pool/spa safety barriers
6. Explain the ADA compliance requirements as related to accessibility
Leading Questions:
What factors around a pool/spa have the greatest impact on public health?
What are some of the design features used when installing starting block and ladders?
What is the CPSC and why are their recommendations important to a pool inspector?
What changes were recently made to the ADA as related to facility accessibility?
Key Points: List the various areas that can impact public health. Include a discussion of:
Diving depth requirement
Ladders, steps and deck slides
Fencing and depth markings
Special purpose facilities
Key Points: Discuss the role of competitive governing bodies as it relates to diving and depth
design requirements.
General role of FINA, NCAA, USA Diving and their recommendations as related to water
depth and water geometry below diving apparatuses
Key Points: Discuss ways to minimize or prevent injuries associated with the use of starting block
or deck slides. Include:
Recommendation as to who should be allowed to use them
Physical safety recommendations when not in use
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