Swimming Pool & Spa Safety for Operators

The recreational water program inspects swimming pools, spas, and spray pools in Cowlitz County to ensure compliance with state pool health and safety regulations WAC 246-260. If not properly operated, these pools may create public health hazards.

The health department promotes recreational water safety by routinely inspecting all regulated recreational water facilities in Cowlitz County located at hotels, motels, apartment complexes, condominiums, clubs, municipal facilities, and residential communities. The department also investigates all complaints and illness reports concerning regulated facilities and provides technical assistance to pool & spa operators.

Environmental Health Fee Schedule

  1. Educational Material
  2. FORMS & Handouts

Various educational materials and links to operator training opportunities, including those from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and WA State Dept. of Health (WSDOH). 

WSDOH Pool Information

WAC 246-260 - Water Recreation Facilities
Regulated Water Recreation Facilities
Plan Review Process for New or Remodeling Pools
WSDOH Owner/Operator Resource Page

Training Opportunities

National Swimming Pool Foundation Certified Pool Operator Classes
National Recreation and Park Association Aquatic Facility Operator Certification
American Red Cross Lifeguard Training

Operator Manual Ordering Information

National Swimming Pool Foundation Certified Pool Operator Manual

Recreational Water Illnesses

DOH Recreational Water Illness Page 
CDC Healthy Swimming Website
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Federal Pool Laws

Single Main Drain Guidance
WSDOH Pool Rules Website
ADA Website: Swimming Pool Accessibility Requirements

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