Aquatic Facility Operator Questions with Complete
Solutions
What is NOT one of the AFO's primary responsibilities? - CORRECT ANSWER
Teaching Lessons
What should you do every day as a part of your AFO safety duty program? -
CORRECT ANSWER Facility Inspection
How many gallons of water is in one cubic ft? - CORRECT ANSWER
approximately 7.5
How do you calculate how many gallons are in a pool? - CORRECT ANSWER 1.
calculate the volume (LxW)xDavg
2. multiple by 7.5 gallons
Law of Dilution - CORRECT ANSWER During a turnover less than half of the
water molecules pass through the filter
What kind of pools need a higher turnover? - CORRECT ANSWER Special pools
When do gutters NOT work? - CORRECT ANSWER when flooded
What do surge pits need? - CORRECT ANSWER room to contain surge flow
What do modulating float valves regulate? - CORRECT ANSWER the amount of
water contributed by the bottom outlet by slowly restricting the bottom drain valve as the
water level in the surge pit rises
What are the two types of pumps? - CORRECT ANSWER Self-Priming and Flooded
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