The OSHAA 30-Hours Professional Diploma in National Pool Plant Operators Certificate, delivered by the Institute of Swimming, is a specialised qualification designed to equip participants with the essential technical skills and knowledge required to operate and maintain swimming pool plant systems effectively. This programme focuses on ensuring that participants can manage water quality, facility safety, and operational efficiency to the highest professional standards.
Developed in collaboration with industry experts, the course provides a detailed understanding of pool water circulation, filtration, disinfection, heating, and chemical dosing systems. Participants learn how to apply best practices in water testing, record-keeping, and corrective action to maintain compliance with health and safety regulations. The training also covers strategies for preventing contamination, managing risks, and ensuring optimal pool plant performance.
Through a structured blend of theory and practical application, the diploma ensures participants can confidently manage daily operations, troubleshoot technical issues, and uphold a safe and healthy swimming environment. The course content aligns with current industry regulations, enabling participants to meet the operational and legal requirements for aquatic facility management.
This qualification is ideal for those involved in the technical and operational management of swimming pools, leisure centres, spas, and aquatic facilities. Whether working independently or as part of a larger operational team, participants gain the expertise to ensure facilities remain safe, efficient, and compliant.
Completing the OSHAA 30-Hours Professional Diploma in National Pool Plant Operators Certificate offers significant career progression opportunities in the leisure and sports industry. It enhances professional credibility, supports compliance with recognised industry standards, and provides the knowledge required to deliver high-quality, safe aquatic experiences for facility users.
OSHAA 30-Hours Professional Diploma in National Pool Plant Operators Certificate
Study Units
Learning Outcomes
Introduction to Pool Plant Operations and Responsibilities (3 Hours)
- Understand the key functions and responsibilities involved in pool plant operations
- Recognize the role of an operator in ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance
- Identify the essential components and systems of a pool plant facility
Principles of Water Circulation, Filtration, and Disinfection (4 Hours)
- Explain the processes of water circulation and their importance in pool hygiene
- Understand filtration methods and their role in removing impurities
- Apply disinfection techniques to maintain safe and clean water conditions
Water Quality Standards and Testing Procedures (3 Hours)
- Interpret industry water quality standards and regulatory guidelines
- Conduct accurate water testing using appropriate tools and techniques
- Analyze test results to make informed operational adjustments
Chemical Handling, Storage, and Dosing Systems (3 Hours)
- Follow best practices for safe handling and storage of pool chemicals
- Understand chemical dosing systems and their operational functions
- Apply safety protocols to prevent accidents and contamination
Heating, Ventilation, and Energy Efficiency in Pool Facilities (3 Hours)
- Explain the principles of pool water heating and temperature control
- Understand the role of ventilation in maintaining air and water quality
- Implement strategies to improve energy efficiency in pool operations
Risk Assessment and Hazard Control in Pool Plant Operations (3 Hours)
- Identify potential hazards within pool plant facilities
- Conduct risk assessments to minimize safety risks
- Apply hazard control measures to maintain safe working environments
Preventing and Managing Pool Contamination (3 Hours)
- Recognize common sources and types of pool contamination
- Apply preventive measures to reduce contamination risks
- Implement effective procedures for managing contamination incidents
Record-Keeping, Monitoring, and Compliance Requirements (3 Hours)
- Maintain accurate operational records for compliance and safety purposes
- Monitor plant operations in line with legal and regulatory obligations
- Demonstrate understanding of inspection and audit readiness
Maintenance Planning and Troubleshooting Plant Equipment (2 Hours)
- Develop maintenance schedules for pool plant systems and equipment
- Identify common operational faults and troubleshoot effectively
- Apply preventive maintenance techniques to reduce downtime
Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement in Pool Operations (3 Hours)
- Understand quality assurance principles in pool management
- Apply continuous improvement strategies to enhance operations
- Evaluate performance data to support operational excellence
- Provides participants with comprehensive knowledge of pool plant operations in line with UK industry standards
- Equips participants with the skills to maintain water quality, safety, and compliance in aquatic facilities
- Enhances understanding of chemical handling, storage, and dosing to ensure safe and effective operations
- Develops the ability to manage heating, ventilation, and energy efficiency for cost-effective facility management
- Strengthens risk assessment and hazard control skills to prevent accidents and operational issues
- Prepares participants to prevent, identify, and manage pool contamination incidents effectively
- Builds competence in maintenance planning, troubleshooting, and operational problem-solving
- Improves record-keeping and monitoring practices to meet legal, health, and safety requirements
- Promotes quality assurance and continuous improvement for long-term operational success
- Enhances career prospects in aquatic facility management and pool plant operations
- Participants responsible for the operation, supervision, or management of pool plant facilities
- Participants seeking to gain recognised certification in pool plant operations for career advancement
- Participants working in leisure centres, hotels, spas, schools, or aquatic facilities with swimming pools
- Participants involved in maintaining water quality, safety, and compliance in public or private pools
- Participants aiming to improve operational efficiency and reduce risks in pool plant environments
- Participants seeking to enhance their technical knowledge of pool systems, equipment, and maintenance
- Participants who need to meet organisational, legal, or regulatory training requirements for pool operations
