Public Swimming Pools and Spas Program
Updated: 12.28.11
Recall: Pool and Spa Drain Covers (USCPSC)
The Anne Arundel County Department of Health inspects public swimming pools and spas to monitor health and safety conditions at each facility.
Maryland State and County regulations provide the minimum requirements for the operation of public swimming pools and spas. Inspectors closely evaluate public swimming pools and spas for specific health and safety conditions, which are likely to contribute to injuries and waterborne disease. If a health or safety violation is observed, the condition must be corrected immediately or the public swimming pool or spa risks being closed.
The program is also responsible for licensing lifeguards and pool operators and investigating complaints about public pools, spas and tanning salons.
For assistance with the following services, call:
- Inspections — 410-222-7217
- Licenses (Pool Operators and Lifeguards) — 410-222-7217
- Operating Permits - Public Pools and Spas — 410-222-7217
- Review of Construction Plans — 410-222-7217
- Complaints — 410-222-7193
Applications and Forms
- Lifeguard License (PDF)
- Pool Operator License (PDF)
- Public Swimming Pool or Spa Operating Permit (PDF)
- Modification Application (PDF)
- Injury/Illness Report Form (PDF)
Fact Sheets, Guidelines and Other Information
- The Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act: Design Requirements for Drain Covers, Drain Configurations and Anti-Entrapment Systems
- Summary of Regulations for Operators of Public Pools in Anne Arundel County
- Diapers at Public Swimming Pools - Guidelines (PDF)
- Education and Information for Aquatic Staff (CDC)
- Sun Safety and Water Safety
- Tanning Salon Information