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Use the search below to find an article that may help resolve your pool question. This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. If you are not finding the answer to your question, feel free to email us at [support@poolsharkh2o.com](mailto:support@poolsharkh2o.com) and we can try to help. [![The Best Digital Pool Test Kit for Commercial Pool Operators](https://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/hubfs/Blog%20Images/best%20digital%20pool%20test%20kit.png)](http://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/best-digital-pool-test-kits) # [The Best Digital Pool Test Kit for Commercial Pool Operators](http://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/best-digital-pool-test-kits) Oct 02, 2024 No matter what state you’re located in, at a minimum, you’re required to test your pool water before opening to ensure the water is clean, healthy, and safe to swim in. For most commercial pool operators, you’re testing the water multiple times throughout the day–a number that multiplies exponentially if you’re operating multiple pool facilities. [![Health Department Pool Regulations: An Overview for Pool Operators and Owners](https://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/hubfs/Blog%20Images/Health%20Department%20Pool%20Regulations.jpeg)](http://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/health-department-pool-regulations-) # [Health Department Pool Regulations: An Overview for Pool Operators and Owners](http://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/health-department-pool-regulations-) Sep 25, 2024 No matter which state you’re in, if you operate a public or commercial pool, you’re required to adhere to your local Health Department Pool Regulations, along with various other different state and regional swimming pool codes and regulations. 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