Cyanuric Acid Cyanuric acid (CYA) is both a good and bad element in an outdoor pool. As an Aquatic Facility Operator course instructor and a pool operator for many years, I write this article to dispel some of the mystery around CYA and its reputation. Having just read a document by a respected source giving This article is for Members only
Avoiding The Cookie Cutter Aquatic facilities can serve diverse communities more effectively by tailoring programs and schedules to each pool's users and setting. This article is for Members only
Summer Plans A family's winter swimsuit delivery offers an early reminder to prepare fresh ideas and improvements for the coming summer aquatics season. This article is for Members only
Strategies For A Healthy Pool Healthy pools require sound water-chemistry knowledge, strong operating practices, good hygiene, and careful prevention of recreational water illness. This article is for Members only
Pool-Water Sanitation Effective pool sanitation balances disinfection, circulation, filtration, water chemistry, monitoring, and the limitations of each treatment method. This article is for Members only
Make Filter Media Last Backwashing only when needed and cleaning cartridge filters correctly can extend media life and improve pool-system performance. This article is for Members only
Pool Genetics Understanding how pool structure, circulation, filtration, chemistry, lighting, and bather load interact helps operators prevent water-quality problems. This article is for Members only
To Salt Or Not To Salt Saltwater chlorine systems offer benefits, but facilities must weigh corrosion, maintenance, water balance, and lifecycle costs. This article is for Members only
A Delicate Balance Waterpark operators must balance disinfectant, pH, bather loads, automatic controls, manual testing, filtration, and staff training. This article is for Members only
Electrolytic Chlorine Generators Electrolytic chlorine generators improve pool-water quality while reducing bulk chlorine handling, odors, irritation, and operating concerns. This article is for Members only
