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Activity: Show the class samples of equipment that has been damaged because of poor
maintenance practices. Discuss ways that the damage may have been prevented. Discuss other
examples of equipment that have been damaged and how damage could have been prevented.
Key Points: Discuss the categories of a maintenance plan. These include:
Routine maintenance
Preventative maintenance
Seasonal maintenance
Key Points: Discuss the various aspects of routine maintenance. Explain that routine
maintenance is done on an on-going basis. These include:
Safety inspections
Daily opening and closing procedures (Appendix A-1)
Daily cleaning
Water testing
Adding chemicals
Checking equipment readings
Key Points: Refer to Appendix A-7 for a sample checklist. Discuss the various aspects of
preventative maintenance. Explain that preventative maintenance is done on a periodic basis.
These include:
Cleaning fi lters
Periodic maintenance or replacement of equipment
Resurfacing or painting of the pool shell
Key Points: Discuss the various aspects of seasonal maintenance. Explain that seasonal
maintenance is sometimes called “winterization”. Discuss the role of pool covers as they relate to
seasonal maintenance. These include:
Seasonal opening and closing procedures (Appendices A-5 & A-6)
Preventing damage caused by hydrostatic pressure.
Preventing rust and deterioration.
Preventing or minimizing hazards.
Minimizing vandalism.
Disassembling and storing equipment.
Protecting exposed equipment. This includes winterizing pipes, fi lters, and other
equipment that cannot be disassembled and stored.
Inventorying and storing other items. This includes items such as furniture, safety
equipment, and offi ce items.
Developing a system of shutdown. This includes how often the pool is to be checked,
the pumps run, and chemicals added.
Discuss considerations for spring start-up.
Final Questions: Ask the participants if they have any questions pertaining to the lesson they
have just completed. If there are participants who are still having trouble with the concepts of this
lesson, offer additional help during a break or after class.
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