ASCA ASCA Pool Management & Aquatic Facility Operations 2

Question 1

What does 'combined chlorine' (chloramines) indicate in a pool water test?

Accepted Answer

Chlorine that has reacted with nitrogen compounds from swimmers and is no longer effective as a sanitizer

Answer

Combined chlorine (chloramines) forms when free chlorine reacts with nitrogen compounds like sweat and urine, reducing its sanitizing effectiveness.

Question 2

What is the typical water temperature range recommended for competitive swimming training pools?

Accepted Answer

78°F – 82°F (26°C – 28°C)

Answer

Competitive training pools are typically maintained between 78°F and 82°F to balance swimmer performance and comfort.

Question 3

What regulatory agency sets safety standards for public pool drain covers in the United States?

Accepted Answer

CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission)

Answer

The CPSC administers the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act, which sets standards for anti-entrapment drain covers.

Question 4

What is the recommended minimum number of lifeguards per swimmers in an active competitive practice setting according to general aquatic safety guidelines?

Accepted Answer

1 lifeguard per 25 swimmers

Answer

General aquatic safety guidelines recommend a 1:25 lifeguard-to-swimmer ratio as a safe standard during active water use.

Question 5

What is the purpose of a pool's 'surge tank' or 'balance tank'?

Accepted Answer

To collect overflow water displaced by swimmers and return it to the circulation system

Answer

A surge/balance tank collects water that overflows when swimmers enter the pool and returns it to the filtration and circulation system.

(ASCA) American Swimming Coaches Association Swimming Certification Practice Test

(ASCA) American Swimming Coaches Association Swimming Certification Practice Test

ASCA ASCA Pool Management & Aquatic Facility Operations 2