Arizona Swimming Pools, Including Solar Commercial Contractor (A-19) - Books & Courses Rental Package

The Arizona Swimming Pools, Including Solar Commercial Contractor (A-19) - Books & Courses Rental Package is designed for contractors preparing for the Arizona A-19 commercial swimming pools, including solar contractor exam. This package gives students rental access to the listed reference books along with online course support, making it a practical preparation option for contractors who want to study commercial pool construction, solar pool heating, safety, code, concrete, reinforcement, shotcrete, piping, excavation, and pool operation topics in one organized system.

The A-19 classification is a commercial swimming pools, including solar contractor classification. It includes the scope of work permitted by the A-9 Swimming Pools classification and also includes installation and repair of solar heating devices. This makes the A-19 license path important for contractors preparing to work on commercial swimming pool projects where pool structures, pool systems, and solar pool heating may all be part of the contractor’s scope.

This Books & Courses Rental Package is built for students who need access to the major exam references without purchasing every book outright. The package includes references for OSHA construction safety, commercial code, residential code, pool and spa operation, concrete materials, reinforcing steel, shotcrete, pipe and excavation work, and solar water and pool heating design and installation. The course portion includes 6 months of course access, giving students a structured study period for reviewing trade topics, practicing exam-style questions, and improving open-book reference navigation.

The package price is $1,390. A refundable deposit of $700 is collected with the rental package, bringing the total collected at checkout to $2,090. The refundable deposit is tied to the rental book return process.

What You Get

The A-19 exam requires preparation across several connected subject areas. Commercial pool work may involve excavation, underground piping, pool circulation, concrete placement, reinforcing steel, shotcrete application, commercial code requirements, OSHA construction safety standards, equipment layout, water treatment concepts, and solar heating devices. This rental package helps students study those subjects with the books that support the exam content.

Commercial swimming pool work is technical and detail-driven. A contractor may need to understand how soil conditions, excavation practices, pipe installation, concrete materials, reinforcing placement, shotcrete methods, and pool operating systems work together. When solar heating devices are part of the classification, students should also be prepared to review solar pool heating concepts, system layout, installation practices, and service-related knowledge. The included course access helps students connect these areas into a more organized exam preparation plan.

Exam Details

Arizona contractor trade examinations are administered through PSI for the Arizona Registrar of Contractors. The A-19 Swimming Pools, Including Solar classification is a commercial contractor classification connected to swimming pool construction and solar heating devices. Students preparing for this exam should focus on commercial pool construction knowledge, jobsite safety, code requirements, pool operation, concrete, reinforcement, shotcrete, piping, excavation, and solar pool heating.

The exam is based on trade knowledge and approved reference materials. Students should be prepared for questions involving OSHA construction safety, commercial building code requirements, pool and spa operation, concrete mixtures, reinforcing bar placement, shotcrete application, excavation practices, pipe installation, construction methods, solar water and pool heating design, and practical jobsite problem solving. Because the A-19 classification is commercial, preparation should place strong emphasis on commercial construction requirements and jobsite safety.

PSI contractor exams are computer-based. Candidates answer questions on screen and use approved reference materials during the exam. This testing format requires both trade knowledge and reference-navigation skill. Students should prepare by learning the material, practicing exam-style questions, and becoming familiar with the layout of each reference book.

Arizona contractor licensing may also require the Arizona Statutes and Rules Exam, depending on the applicant and qualifying party requirements. The trade exam is one step in the licensing process. Passing the exam does not automatically issue a contractor license. Applicants must still complete the Arizona Registrar of Contractors application process and meet the requirements that apply to the commercial A-19 classification.

Open Book Test

The Arizona A-19 Swimming Pools, Including Solar commercial contractor trade exam is an open-book style exam using approved references. Open-book testing gives candidates access to reference materials during the exam, but it does not remove the need for careful preparation. Students still need to know the trade, understand the terminology, recognize which reference applies to a question, and locate information efficiently under timed conditions.

Open-book success depends on familiarity. Students should know which book is most likely to contain the answer before they begin searching. A jobsite safety question may require the OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926 reference. A commercial building code question may require the International Building Code. A pool operation question may require the Pool and Spa Operator Handbook. Questions about concrete, reinforcing steel, shotcrete, excavation, piping, or solar pool heating may point to the specialized trade references included in this package.

Students should build a simple and repeatable system for using the books. Review the table of contents, index, chapter headings, definitions, tables, figures, illustrations, and major subject areas. When permitted by testing rules, permanent tabs can help students move through the references faster. The strongest tabbing systems are clean, practical, and focused on major exam topics rather than overloading the books with too many labels.

Practice is essential. During study sessions, review a question, decide which book applies, locate the relevant section, and confirm the answer. This process helps build speed and confidence. Over time, students become more comfortable identifying whether a question belongs in OSHA, the building code, the pool operation handbook, concrete materials, reinforcing bar placement, shotcrete, pipe and excavation, or solar water and pool heating material.

Licensing Steps

The Arizona A-19 licensing path begins with selecting the correct contractor classification. A-19 is the commercial swimming pools, including solar classification. It allows the licensee to perform the same scope of work permitted by the A-9 Swimming Pools classification and also includes installation and repair of solar heating devices.

After identifying the classification, the qualifying party prepares for the required examination path. This may include the A-19 trade examination and the Arizona Statutes and Rules Exam. Candidates should study from the approved references connected to the classification and follow the current scheduling process through the approved testing provider.

Once examination requirements are completed, the applicant moves forward with the Arizona Registrar of Contractors license application. The application process may include business information, qualifying party information, financial responsibility requirements, bonding, background-related requirements, fees, and other supporting documents required by the state. The exact requirements depend on the applicant, business entity, qualifying party status, and license classification.

Starting preparation early helps students build a stronger study routine. With 6 months of course access, candidates can review the material at a steady pace, work through practice questions, revisit weak topics, and build confidence with the reference books before exam day. This is especially useful for contractors who already have field experience but need to prepare for the structure and timing of a licensing exam.

State Requirements

The Arizona Registrar of Contractors issues licenses for commercial, residential, and dual contractor classifications. The A-19 Swimming Pools, Including Solar classification is a commercial classification. It is connected to swimming pool construction and includes installation and repair of solar heating devices.

The A-19 classification allows the licensee to perform the scope of work permitted by the A-9 Swimming Pools classification and also includes solar heating devices. This means students should prepare for commercial swimming pool work along with solar-related pool heating concepts. Study areas may include pool structures, circulation systems, water treatment, excavation, piping, concrete materials, reinforcing steel, shotcrete, safety, code requirements, and solar pool heating design and installation.

Arizona licensing approval is separate from exam preparation. The state determines whether an applicant qualifies for the license, whether the qualifying party requirements have been met, and whether the application is complete. This package supports exam preparation, but applicants must still follow the Arizona Registrar of Contractors licensing process and satisfy the requirements that apply to the A-19 classification.

Reference Books

• Included Rental Book: Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  This reference covers federal construction safety standards used throughout the construction industry, including excavation, fall protection, ladders, scaffolds, personal protective equipment, material handling, hazard communication, and jobsite safety requirements.
• Included Rental Book: International Building Code, 2018
  This commercial code reference supports review of building code requirements, construction provisions, structural concepts, safety standards, occupancy-related topics, accessibility-related provisions, and code requirements that may apply to commercial swimming pool work.
• Included Rental Book: International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018
  This residential code reference supports review of one- and two-family dwelling construction requirements and may help students understand residential code concepts that appear in pool-related construction references and comparative code study.
• Included Rental Book: Pool and Spa Operator Handbook
  This reference supports review of pool and spa operation, water chemistry, circulation, filtration, disinfection, maintenance procedures, safety practices, and operating concepts that are useful for swimming pool contractor exam preparation.
• Included Rental Book: Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 17th Edition
  This concrete reference helps students review concrete materials, mix design, cementitious materials, aggregates, admixtures, curing, durability, placement considerations, and quality control topics used in concrete construction.
• Included Rental Book: Placing Reinforcing Bars
  This book focuses on reinforcing steel placement, bar supports, tying, spacing, handling, bending, installation practices, and field coordination for reinforced concrete construction.
• Included Rental Book: Guide to Shotcrete, 2016 or 2022
  This shotcrete reference supports study of pneumatically applied concrete, application methods, surface preparation, reinforcement coordination, curing, finishing, quality control, and common shotcrete construction practices.
• Included Rental Book: Pipe and Excavation Contracting
  This reference helps students review excavation, trenching, underground piping, site preparation, pipe installation, bedding, backfill, equipment use, and jobsite safety topics related to swimming pool construction.
• Included Rental Book: Solar Water and Pool Heating Design and Installation Manual
  This solar reference supports review of solar water and pool heating principles, system design, installation practices, components, circulation, controls, troubleshooting, and solar heating applications connected to pool systems.

Test Information and Study Materials

Effective A-19 exam preparation should combine trade review, reference study, and question practice. Students should begin by understanding the purpose of each book. OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926 supports safety topics. The International Building Code supports commercial code questions. The International Residential Code may support residential code comparison and related construction knowledge. Pool and Spa Operator Handbook supports pool operation, water quality, circulation, and maintenance concepts. The concrete, reinforcing steel, shotcrete, pipe, excavation, and solar references support the construction and solar-specific knowledge needed for the A-19 classification.

For safety topics, spend time with the OSHA construction standards. Commercial pool construction may involve excavation, trenching, concrete placement, ladders, equipment, fall hazards, material handling, and general construction site hazards. Safety questions can be direct, and students should know how to search the OSHA reference efficiently.

For code topics, focus on how commercial construction requirements are organized. The International Building Code can be challenging because of its size and structure. Students should practice locating chapters, definitions, tables, and subject headings before test day. Building familiarity with the code book helps reduce stress during open-book testing.

For pool operation topics, review water chemistry, disinfection, filtration, circulation, maintenance procedures, operating safety, and pool system concepts. Commercial swimming pool contractors need to understand not only how a pool is built, but also how the completed pool system functions.

For structural and construction topics, study concrete mixtures, reinforcing steel placement, shotcrete application, excavation, and piping as connected parts of the project. Pool shells, structural support, underground systems, and site preparation all work together. A question may involve more than one subject area, so students should understand how the references relate to each other.

For solar topics, use the Solar Water and Pool Heating Design and Installation Manual to review solar pool heating system design, installation, components, system layout, controls, circulation, and service concepts. Since the A-19 classification includes solar heating devices, this reference is an important part of the study plan.

Practice should include timed book-navigation drills. When answering a practice question, decide which reference applies before opening the book. Then use the table of contents, index, tabs, headings, and familiar sections to find the answer. This process builds the practical speed needed for an open-book exam.

A steady study schedule is usually more effective than last-minute cramming. With 6 months of course access, students can build a routine that includes lesson review, reference reading, practice questions, topic review, and repeated navigation practice. Consistency helps make the full reference list feel less overwhelming and gives students more time to strengthen weak areas.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep helps students prepare for the Arizona Swimming Pools, Including Solar Commercial Contractor (A-19) exam through organized study guidance, trade-focused review, open-book reference practice, and structured course support. This rental package brings together the listed references and 6 months of course access so students can prepare with a clear plan instead of trying to manage a large book list alone.

The course helps students connect exam topics to the correct books. Rather than searching through OSHA, the International Building Code, the International Residential Code, pool operation material, concrete references, reinforcing steel references, shotcrete guidance, pipe and excavation content, and solar heating material without direction, students can follow a study path that supports both understanding and exam navigation.

1 Exam Prep also supports practical confidence-building. Students can review core trade concepts, practice questions, return to difficult topics, and become more comfortable with the open-book exam format. This is especially helpful for experienced contractors who already understand field work but need to prepare for the way licensing exam questions are written and organized.

This package is designed to support preparation, not guarantee a passing score, licensing approval, or a specific business result. Your progress depends on consistent study, careful review, practice, and completion of the Arizona licensing requirements that apply to your situation. With the included rental books and course access, students can build a stronger foundation before exam day.

FAQ: What is included in this Arizona A-19 Books & Courses Rental Package?

This package includes rental access to the listed reference books and 6 months of course access. The rental books include Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA), International Building Code, 2018, International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018, Pool and Spa Operator Handbook, Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 17th Edition, Placing Reinforcing Bars, Guide to Shotcrete, Pipe and Excavation Contracting, and Solar Water and Pool Heating Design and Installation Manual.

FAQ: How much does the A-19 rental package cost?

The package price is $1,390. A refundable deposit of $700 is collected with the rental package, bringing the total collected at checkout to $2,090.

FAQ: Is the $700 deposit refundable?

Yes. The $700 deposit is refundable and is tied to the rental book return process. Rental books should be returned according to the rental terms provided with the order.

FAQ: How long do I get access to the course?

This Books & Courses Rental Package includes 6 months of course access. Students can use that access period to review trade topics, practice exam-style questions, and build open-book reference navigation skills.

FAQ: Is the Arizona A-19 exam open book?

Yes. The Arizona A-19 contractor trade exam is an open-book style exam using approved references. Students should prepare by studying the trade content and practicing how to locate information quickly in the books.

FAQ: What does the A-19 classification cover?

The A-19 Swimming Pools, Including Solar classification is a commercial contractor classification. It allows the licensee to perform the same scope of work permitted by the A-9 Swimming Pools classification and also includes installation and repair of solar heating devices.

FAQ: Does this package include solar study material?

Yes. This package includes Solar Water and Pool Heating Design and Installation Manual as a rental book. This reference supports study of solar water and pool heating design, installation, components, and system concepts connected to the A-19 classification.

FAQ: Does this package include commercial study material?

Yes. The reference list includes OSHA construction safety material, the 2018 International Building Code, pool operation material, and trade references related to commercial swimming pool construction, concrete, reinforcement, shotcrete, piping, excavation, and solar heating.

FAQ: Does passing the exam automatically give me the Arizona A-19 license?

No. Passing the required exam is part of the licensing process, but the applicant must still complete the Arizona Registrar of Contractors application process and satisfy the state requirements for the license classification.

FAQ: Who should choose this A-19 rental package?

This rental package is a good fit for contractors preparing for the Arizona A-19 Swimming Pools, Including Solar Commercial Contractor exam who want rental access to the major references, 6 months of course access, and a structured study plan for commercial swimming pool and solar pool heating exam preparation.