Swimming Pool Weekly Chemical Test

This swimming pool weekly chemical test provides a comprehensive water balance analysis beyond daily testing. Weekly testing captures chemical parameters that change slowly but significantly impact water quality, equipment protection, and regulatory compliance. This expanded weekly protocol supports the Certified Pool Operator certification requirements and regulatory inspections.

Industry: Sports and Recreation
Frequency: Weekly
Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
Role: Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
Total Items: 29

Comprehensive Weekly Chemistry

Extended water chemistry panel beyond daily testing.

Free chlorine recorded and within range?
pH recorded and within range (7.2-7.8)?
Total alkalinity recorded (80-120 ppm)?
Calcium hardness recorded (150-400 ppm)?
Cyanuric acid tested and recorded (outdoor pools: 30-50 ppm)?
Total dissolved solids (TDS) tested (target below 1500 ppm over fill water)?
Phosphate levels tested (target below 200 ppb to prevent algae)?
Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) calculated (target -0.3 to +0.3)?

Weekly Equipment Check

Inspect circulation and filtration equipment weekly.

Filter pressure within normal operating range for this system?
Pump strainer basket cleaned?
All skimmer baskets cleaned?
Filter backwash performed if needed per pressure or schedule?
All return jets functioning and aimed correctly?
Automatic chlorine/acid feeder set correctly and functioning?
Automated controller ORP/pH sensors calibrated (weekly)?

Chemical Inventory Review

Review chemical stock levels and safety documentation.

Chlorine supply (granular/tablet/liquid) sufficient for 2 weeks?
pH adjustment chemicals (soda ash/muriatic acid) stocked?
Alkalinity increaser (sodium bicarbonate) in stock?
Calcium hardness increaser in stock if needed?
Shock/oxidizer treatment product available?
Preventative algaecide applied per treatment schedule?
SDS for all chemicals current and accessible?

Regulatory Documentation

Verify compliance documentation is complete.

Daily chemical testing logs complete for past 7 days?
Pool logs retained minimum 1 year per state requirements?
CPO certification current (typically 5-year renewal)?
Pool health permit current and posted?
Last regulatory health inspection report on file?
Any prior inspection violations corrected and documented?
Weekly comprehensive test results filed in pool records?

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Why Use This Swimming Pool Weekly Chemical Test?

This swimming pool weekly chemical test helps sports and recreation teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for certified pool operator (cpo) professionals, this checklist covers 29 critical inspection points across 4 sections. Recommended frequency: weekly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Swimming Pool Weekly Chemical Test cover?

This checklist covers 29 inspection items across 4 sections: Comprehensive Weekly Chemistry, Weekly Equipment Check, Chemical Inventory Review, Regulatory Documentation. It is designed for sports and recreation operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed weekly. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.

Who should use this Swimming Pool Weekly Chemical Test?

This checklist is designed for Certified Pool Operator (CPO) professionals in the sports and recreation industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.