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Pool Operators
Frederick County pool operator cards are $15.00 and good for three (3) years from date of course. Cards are not available on a walk-in basis. Please submit the information below by email to CommunityServicesOffice@FrederickCountyMD.gov, drop it off at our offices, or place in the black drop-box outside Entrance A (entrance with flagpoles). Once information is received and processed, applicant will be notified that card can be picked up and paid for in person at the Health Department.
- Full name as you would like on pool op card
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Copy of photo id
- Copy of pool operator course completion certificate (Must be a MDH-approved class. Click here to see the list.)
At pool inspections the Frederick County Health Department will accept pool operator cards from any Maryland county or Baltimore City.
If you have any questions or need other arrangements, please call 301-600-1717.
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Swimming Pools & Spas
ANNUAL OUTDOOR SWIMMING POOL INSPECTIONS
Indoor and outdoor public swimming pools and spas are licensed by the Frederick County Health Department. Inspections are conducted prior to pool openings and during the season. Pool operators that are working in Frederick County will need a Frederick County Pool Operator's Card issued by the Health Department.
Forms for a New Pool or New Equipment at an Existing Pool
- Construction Application from MDH (needed for equipment such as drain covers or chair lifts)
- If you are installing an electric chair lift you will need an electrical inspection from either Frederick County or Frederick City.
- MDH Compliance Schedule Application
- Please check fees from MDH for review of construction permits
Forms for Annual Permits
- Application for Annual Swimming Pool-Spa/Hot Tub Operating Permit
- Workmen Compensation Form
- ADA Affidavit from MDH
- Pool Owner / Operator Letter
- MDH Postable Public Notice for Swimming Pools
- MDH Injury / Accident Report Form
- Suction Entrapment Form
- Frederick County Pre-opening Checklist
Forms for Pool Operation
Bathing Beaches
Frederick County has a bathing beach that is open to the pubic at Cunningham Falls State Park. Water sampling and inspections are conducted and complaints are investigated. For further information about bathing beaches throughout Maryland please check out Maryland Healthy Beaches.
Contact Us
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Community Services & Development Review
350 Montevue Lane
Frederick, MD 21702
Ph: 301-600-1717Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Payments accepted until 4:30 p.m.