New Mexico Swimming Pools Contractor GS-25 Exam Book Package

New Mexico Swimming Pools Contractor GS-25 Exam Book Package

The New Mexico Swimming Pools Contractor GS-25 Exam Book Package is a comprehensive, trade-focused reference collection designed to prepare you for the GS-25 Contractor licensing exam in New Mexico.

Built for contractors working in residential and commercial swimming pool construction, this package provides the essential knowledge needed to understand structural systems, water circulation, safety requirements, and code compliance. It is specifically structured to help you succeed in the open-book exam while strengthening your real-world capabilities in building durable, safe, and high-performance aquatic systems.

This package emphasizes pool structure, system performance, and safety standards, ensuring you can confidently construct and maintain pools, spas, and aquatic facilities that meet both state and national requirements.

📚 Books Included in This Package

1. New Mexico Commercial Building Code (NMAC 14.7.2), 2021

State-specific standards for commercial pool construction, including structural and safety requirements.

2. New Mexico Residential Building Code (NMAC 14.7.3), 2021

Provides residential pool requirements, including safety barriers, structural considerations, and installation standards.

3. International Building Code (IBC), 2021

Covers commercial construction standards, including structural systems and safety requirements for aquatic facilities.

4. International Residential Code (IRC) for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2021

Covers residential pool safety requirements, including barriers, fencing, and structural guidelines.

5. Code of Federal Regulations – 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)

Essential construction safety standards covering excavation, confined spaces, fall protection, and jobsite hazards.

6. Pool and Spa Operator Handbook

Provides guidance on pool operation, water quality, filtration systems, and maintenance—critical for system performance and safety.

7. Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 17th Edition

Industry-standard reference for concrete materials, mix design, placement, and durability—essential for pool shells and decks.

8. Placing Reinforcing Bars

Covers reinforcing steel placement and installation—critical for structural integrity of pool systems.

9. Guide to Shotcrete (2016 or 2022)

Provides detailed guidance on shotcrete materials and application methods—key for pool shell construction.

10. Pipe and Excavation Contracting

Covers trenching, grading, and underground piping—important for pool plumbing and site preparation.

11. International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC), 2021

The primary reference for pool and spa construction standards, covering safety, design, and installation requirements—heavily used on the exam.

🎯 What This Package Prepares You For

• New Mexico GS-25 Contractor Exam (Swimming Pools)

• Residential and commercial pool construction

• Excavation, grading, and site preparation

• Concrete and shotcrete pool shell construction

• Reinforcement and structural systems

• Pool plumbing, circulation, and filtration systems

• Water quality and operational considerations

• Code compliance for pools (ISPSC, IBC, IRC, NMAC)

• OSHA safety standards for construction

🚀 Why Choose This Package?

✔ Complete Pool Construction Coverage – From excavation to operation
✔ Residential + Commercial Focus – ISPSC, IRC, and IBC included
✔ Structure + Systems Integration – Concrete, plumbing, and water systems
✔ Optimized for Open-Book Exams – Quickly locate answers under time pressure
✔ Industry-Standard References – Trusted by pool contractors nationwide

💡 Perfect For:

• Individuals pursuing the New Mexico GS-25 Contractor License

• Contractors building residential and commercial pools and spas

• Builders expanding into aquatic construction projects

• Professionals working with pool systems and water features

• Anyone looking to pass the exam on the first attempt

🔑 Build the System. Master the Details. Get Licensed.

With the right references and a strong understanding of pool construction and code requirements, you’ll be fully prepared to pass your exam and deliver safe, durable, and high-quality swimming pool systems.