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Registered Pool Operator (RPO) Class Information

 

Health Regulation 2 requires:

  • To obtain and maintain an Operational Permit, the pool facility shall employ at least one “Registered Pool Operator” (“RPO”) permitted by the Department.
  • Pool facilities under the same ownership shall employ at least one Registered Pool Operator for up to 10 pools.
  • Replacement of Registered Pool Operator. If a pool’s Registered Pool Operator terminates employment, the facility shall have 30 days to employ a new Registered Pool Operator.

To qualify as a Registered Pool Operator, a person shall:

  • Successfully complete a training course and pass an examination approved by the Utah State Department of Health.
  • Make written application for certification to the Salt Lake Valley Health Department, 788 East Woodoak Lane, Murray, Utah 84107 along with an application fee of $15.00.

The certification shall be valid for five (5) years from the date of issue unless revoked or suspended by the Salt Lake Valley Health Department.
Registered Pool Operator (RPO) Application (51 KB)


Class Providers

Please note: Current CPO class schedules are listed at the website for the National Swimming Pool Foundation.

Aquatech Scott Neilson (801) 569-0120 $250
CEM Lou Livalsi (801) 485-6800 $275
Curb-It-Creations Mike Hamblin (801) 497-6422 $245
Ellefsen-Daniels Consulting Vern Ellefsen (801) 608-9530 $250
Leslie's Swimming Pool Supplies Joshua White (801) 261-1360 $220
Brian Goszulaz (408) 835-5359
Salt Lake Community College Nadine Sharpe (801) 957-3121 $199
Swim Clean Marc Malone (801) 518-7709 $225
Utah County Health Jason Garrett (801) 851-7525

$265


This list reflects current known approved course offerings only. Courses last two days and require successful completion. Course costs shown reflect last provided values and may or may not be current.

 

Questions? Contact the SLVHD Pool Program at (385) 468-3862.

Last Updated 4/26/12