Lifesaving Sport
This group consists of the youngest / newest swimmers of the team.
What is Puddle Jumpers
A strong chlorine smell often indicates there is too much of this in the water
What are chloramines
This is where you should look for tips and tricks at Front End
What is front desk manual (binder)
This process reverses flow to mix up filter media and removes debris to reset the filter to a clean state
What is a Backwash
The busiest day of the season for swimming lessons
What is Registration Day
These groups are only available for registration in the fall.
What are Core 4 and Seniors
The ideal pH range for Alberta swimming pools is between these two numbers
What is 6.8 to 7.6
If a basin has no circulation this is what you should check first
Most pools circulate all their water through filtration within this period
What is a Turnover Rate
This list gives customers a chance to get into a class if a spot becomes available
What is a waitlist
This specialized equipment is needed for the senior group.
What is a snorkel
This occurs when pH rises too high, causing cloudy water and reduced chlorine effectiveness
What is scaling
This is the first thing you should try if a debit machine is not working
What is initializing the pin pad
These pump components should be monitored regularly for unusual sounds or overheating
What are bearings and motors
We offer swimming lesson registration this many times a year
What is four times a year
This is the location in Perfect Mind where you can find all the upcoming swim meets.
What is Lifesaving Sport Competitions
This test measure's the water's ability to resist changes in pH and chlorine
What is Alkalinity
Free chlorine is in range, but swimmers complain of a strong chlorine odor and eye irritation
What are chloramines (high combined chlorine)
This single operational factor has the greatest impact on effective filtration, chemical distribution, and maintaining water clarity
What is proper circulation
The question front desk staff hear most often during registration week
What levels are still available
This is the location of this year's National Pool Lifesaving Campionship
What is Laval Quebec
This mathematical equation is used to determine whether pool water is balanced
What is Langelier Saturation Index (LSI)
Scenerio: Pool water clarity is decreasing, filter pressure is rising, and regeneration provides only temporary relief
What is "Time for a Filter Cleanse on the Defender"
One major advantage of this system is that is can remove particles up to 4 microns
What is an RMF (regenerative media filter) like the Defender
This is the time that registration opens for every registration night