The Health Department’s inspects all public and semi-public pools, spas and hot tubs in Kansas City, Mo. Pools are inspected on average once per month during a season. Except for the opening inspection, all routine inspections are unscheduled.
Pool operator classes
Pools, spas and hot tubs licensed by the Health Department are required to have a certified pool operator on staff or on contract, according to the “Public Health Rules and Regulations for the Operation and Maintenance of Swimming Pools and Bathing Facilities“.
To satisfy this requirement, pool operators may attend classes offered at the Health Department at a cost of $50 per person, payable by cash, money order or corporate check (no personal checks).
The Health Department also accepts certification through the National Swimming Pool Foundation and the National Recreation and Park Association, both of which offer local classes.
KCMO.gov Pool, hot tub and spa inspections
The Aquatic Facilities Program is responsible for approving and regulating public and semi-public pools, wading pools, special use pools and spas. Public and semi-public pools and spas are typically owned and operated by municipalities or businesses such as hotels, apartment complexes, homeowners’ associations, churches, schools and other governmental, non-profit or commercial enterprises.
The Division of Environmental Health and Protection licenses and inspects pools and other aquatic facilities in unincorporated St. Charles County, as well as in the cities of Dardenne Prairie, O'Fallon, St. Charles and Wentzville, to monitor proper operation and facility maintenance.
Pools Spas | St Charles County, MO - Official Website
Section 233.120 Pool Operator Certification
A. All permitted aquatic centers shall have a minimum of one (1) nationally
certified pool operator on staff. This individual shall:
(a). Be present on property thirty-three percent (33%) of operating time.
(b). Be directly responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, water quality and chemical balance of the aquatic center.
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