Public Pools and Spas Program, Lifeguard and Pool Operator Licenses

Last updated: July 27, 2020

Effective June 5, 2020 – Seasonal outdoor pools will be inspected on a rolling basis. Outdoor pools must apply for an operating permit. The permit will be emailed to the applicant. Inspections will be done before opening, if possible. Remaining inspections will be done after opening. Seasonal outdoor pools are inspected each spring prior to their opening, and this year those inspections were postponed due to the suspension of all non-essential activity.

Indoor pools may open beginning at 5:00 p.m. on June 19.

Pool Maintenance Guidance, May 26, 2020

Phone: 410-222-7217

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.

Lifeguard/Pool Operator Licensing Office
Currently, all pool operator and lifeguard licensing is being done by mail at this time. Applications cannot be dropped off at the Department of Health buildings. See Lifeguard and Pool Operator License Application.

Mail to:
Environmental Health
Anne Arundel County Department of Health
3 Harry S. Truman Parkway
Annapolis, MD 21401

Lifeguard License Lifeguard License – Instructions and Application Summary of Regulations for Lifeguards and Pool Operators in Anne Arundel County

Pool Operator License Approved Pool Operator Training Courses Pool Operator License – Instructions and Application Summary of Regulations for Lifeguards and Pool Operators in Anne Arundel County Information for Aquatics Staff – CDC

Public Pools and Spas Forms Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design Public Swimming Pools, Wading Pools and Spas Affidavit for Maryland Public Pools and Spas Injury/Illness Report Form for Public Pools and Spas – County Injury/Illness Report Form for Public Pools and Spas – State Modification of the Anne Arundel County Code Application Operating Permit for Public Swimming Pool or Spa ​Swimming Pool Weekly Operation Record​

Fact Sheets and Guidelines Approved Pool Operator Training Courses Chemicals and Safety Connor’s Law (AEDs For Pools) Diapers at Public Swimming Pools – Guidelines Discharges from Swimming Pools & Spas (General Permits and Forms) – MDE Education and Information for Aquatic Staff (CDC) Indoor Air Quality and Public Pools and Spas Pool Safety Tools and Resources (CPSC) Residential Swimming Pools-Requirements, Permits and Safety Sun Safety and Water Safety Tanning Salon Information Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act: Design Requirements for Drain Covers, Drain Configurations and Anti-Entrapment Systems

Assistance for Services: 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