New Mexico Swimming Pools Contractor (GS-25) Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package

The New Mexico Swimming Pools Contractor (GS-25) Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package is designed for candidates preparing for the New Mexico GS-25 swimming pools contractor exam. This package gives students access to the listed New Mexico building code, international building code, residential code, OSHA, pool and spa, concrete, reinforcing steel, shotcrete, pipe and excavation, and swimming pool code references, organized exam preparation, business law study support, and additional application support in one complete preparation option.

The GS-25 classification is focused on swimming pool contractor work. Candidates preparing for this exam should be ready to study pool and spa construction, building code provisions, residential and commercial code requirements, OSHA construction safety, concrete materials, reinforcing steel placement, shotcrete application awareness, excavation and pipe work, pool and spa operation concepts, International Swimming Pool and Spa Code provisions, site preparation, installation procedures, and contractor business law topics.

Open book contractor exams require more than simply having the correct books available. Candidates need to understand how each reference is organized, where important information is located, and how to apply code language, construction safety standards, pool and spa requirements, concrete guidance, reinforcing steel details, shotcrete concepts, excavation practices, and practical field judgment during a timed exam. The course access included with this Ultimate package helps guide study time, while the included references support swimming pool construction review, code lookup practice, concrete study, reinforcing preparation, OSHA safety navigation, excavation review, and exam-style practice.

This Ultimate package is a practical choice for candidates who want a more complete preparation option that includes technical references, extended course access, and Application Service. The study materials help candidates review pool and spa construction, New Mexico building code provisions, International Building Code and International Residential Code requirements, International Swimming Pool and Spa Code provisions, OSHA construction safety, concrete mixtures, reinforcing bars, shotcrete, pipe and excavation practices, and business law preparation. Together, the materials support a focused path for preparing for the New Mexico Swimming Pools Contractor (GS-25) exam.

Exam Details

The New Mexico Swimming Pools Contractor (GS-25) exam is a trade exam for candidates pursuing the GS-25 swimming pools contractor classification. The exam includes 100 questions, has a 310-minute time limit, and requires a 75% passing score.

The exam focuses on trade knowledge connected to swimming pool construction, pool and spa code requirements, New Mexico commercial and residential building code provisions, International Building Code and International Residential Code navigation, concrete construction, reinforcing steel, shotcrete, excavation, pipe installation awareness, pool operation concepts, construction safety, installation procedures, and contractor responsibilities.

GS-25 candidates should prepare for both technical trade content and contractor business law content. The trade portion measures knowledge related to pool and spa construction requirements, code compliance, concrete mixture concepts, reinforcing bar placement, shotcrete application awareness, pool structure construction, excavation and pipe work, site preparation, OSHA construction safety, residential and commercial building provisions, and reference navigation. Business law preparation supports the administrative, legal, and project-management side of contractor licensing. This Ultimate package includes the supplied technical references, business law materials, course access, and Application Service so candidates can study with a more complete preparation plan.

Important study areas may include International Swimming Pool and Spa Code organization, pool and spa construction requirements, New Mexico building code provisions, International Building Code provisions, International Residential Code provisions, OSHA safety standards, concrete materials, concrete placement, curing awareness, reinforcing steel placement, shotcrete terminology, excavation practices, pipe installation awareness, pool operation concepts, contractor licensing rules, contracts, project management, and business law topics.

Because the GS-25 exam is tied to swimming pool contractor work, preparation should focus on both code knowledge and practical field application. Candidates should understand how pool structures are formed, reinforced, placed, and finished; how excavation and pipe work support pool construction; how pool and spa code provisions guide safety and compliance; and how building code and OSHA requirements support professional construction practices.

Open Book Test

The New Mexico Swimming Pools Contractor (GS-25) exam is an open book test. Candidates may use approved references during the exam, but the books must comply with examination rules. Open book testing still requires strong preparation because candidates must recognize the topic, select the correct reference, locate the correct information, and apply it within the time allowed.

Reference navigation is one of the most important skills for this exam. Candidates should practice using tables of contents, indexes, code chapters, definitions, OSHA subparts, pool and spa code sections, concrete reference chapters, reinforcing bar details, shotcrete guidance, excavation topics, figures, tables, and examples. The goal is to become comfortable moving through each book before test day, not learning the layout for the first time during the exam.

Books used in the exam room are typically expected to be bound, approved, and free of loose papers or added writing. Highlighting, underlining, and permanent tabs may be allowed when they follow testing rules. Candidates should avoid temporary sticky notes, loose inserts, handwritten notes, copied pages, and any added material that could cause a reference to be rejected at the testing site.

A strong open book study routine includes reading a topic, locating the related reference section, answering practice questions, and repeating the lookup process until it becomes familiar. For the GS-25 exam, candidates should pay close attention to the New Mexico building codes, International Building Code, International Residential Code, OSHA reference, Pool and Spa Operator Handbook, concrete and reinforcing references, Guide to Shotcrete, Pipe and Excavation Contracting, International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, and business law materials connected to contractor licensing.

Licensing Steps

New Mexico contractor licensing is handled through the New Mexico Construction Industries Division. PSI is involved in New Mexico contractor licensing paperwork and contractor examination services. Candidates pursuing the GS-25 classification should follow the state licensing process for the applicable contractor license and qualifying party requirements.

A practical preparation path begins with identifying the correct classification for swimming pool contractor work. Candidates should review the GS-25 classification, confirm the required experience, complete the appropriate qualifying party application materials, and submit the required documentation for approval. Once approved, candidates can schedule the required examination and begin focused preparation using the course and included references.

The Application Service included with this Ultimate package helps support candidates through the application side of the process. Application support can help students stay organized, understand the paperwork involved, and move through the required steps with clearer direction. Candidates remain responsible for meeting all state requirements and submitting accurate information.

Business law preparation is also important for contractor licensing. Contractors are expected to understand licensing rules, contracts, project management, business operations, safety responsibilities, financial obligations, and compliance requirements. The business law materials included with this package support that side of preparation.

After the required exam steps are completed, candidates continue through the remaining licensing requirements. These may include submitting passing score reports, completing contractor license paperwork, providing business entity information, meeting bonding or workers’ compensation requirements when applicable, and satisfying other state licensing documentation. Candidates should keep names, addresses, business information, application details, and exam records consistent throughout the process.

State Requirements

The New Mexico GS-25 classification applies to swimming pool contractor work. This classification is associated with pool and spa construction, building code compliance, concrete work, reinforcing steel, shotcrete awareness, excavation, pipe installation, pool system construction, safety provisions, and related contractor responsibilities performed under New Mexico requirements.

Swimming pool contractor work may involve reviewing plans and specifications, excavating pool areas, preparing forms, placing reinforcing steel, coordinating concrete or shotcrete work, installing pool piping, applying pool and spa code requirements, coordinating safety provisions, reviewing residential or commercial building requirements, and preparing work for inspection or project acceptance where applicable. Candidates should understand how each part of pool construction supports structural performance, safety, sanitation, serviceability, and code compliance.

The GS-25 classification is a swimming pools contractor classification and should not be treated as an unlimited general construction, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, excavation, concrete, or pool service-only authorization. Work outside the classification may require a different license classification or additional qualifications. Candidates should study the classification scope carefully so they understand what the license classification allows and where the classification stops.

For licensing preparation, candidates should understand both the technical scope of GS-25 swimming pool contractor work and the contractor responsibilities connected to performing regulated construction work in New Mexico. That includes contractor licensing rules, business obligations, job-site safety, building code compliance, pool and spa code awareness, project documentation, customer communication, installation quality, inspection readiness when applicable, and professional conduct.

Reference Books

• Included Book: New Mexico Commercial Building Code (NMAC 14.7.2), 2021
  This New Mexico commercial building code reference supports study of state commercial building provisions, adopted code language, New Mexico requirements, construction compliance topics, and code navigation for commercial building-related pool work.
• Included Book: New Mexico Residential Building Code (NMAC 14.7.3), 2021
  This New Mexico residential building code reference supports study of state residential building provisions, adopted code language, New Mexico requirements, residential construction compliance topics, and code navigation for residential pool-related work.
• Included Book: International Building Code, 2021
  This building code reference supports study of commercial building requirements, construction classifications, means of egress awareness, accessibility awareness, structural provisions, safety requirements, definitions, tables, and code navigation skills.
• Included Book: International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2021
  This residential code reference supports study of one- and two-family dwelling construction provisions, residential safety requirements, structural concepts, building planning, residential code navigation, and requirements connected to residential pool-related construction.
• Included Book: Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  This OSHA construction safety reference supports study of federal construction safety standards, excavation safety awareness, fall protection awareness, scaffolding awareness, personal protective equipment, hazard communication, tools, equipment, and job-site safety responsibilities.
• Included Book: Pool and Spa Operator Handbook
  This pool and spa reference supports study of pool operation concepts, circulation awareness, water quality awareness, safety practices, equipment awareness, maintenance concepts, and practical pool and spa system terminology.
• Included Book: Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 17th Edition
  This concrete reference supports study of cementitious materials, aggregates, water-cement ratio awareness, admixtures, mixture proportioning concepts, concrete placement, curing awareness, durability, strength, quality control, and concrete construction practices.
• Included Book: Placing Reinforcing Bars
  This reinforcing steel reference supports study of reinforcing bar placement, bar supports, spacing awareness, lap splice awareness, concrete reinforcement practices, drawings, field coordination, and reinforcing installation quality.
• Included Book: Guide to Shotcrete, 2016 or 2022
  This shotcrete reference supports study of shotcrete materials, application methods, placement awareness, reinforcement encasement, surface preparation, quality control awareness, curing awareness, and practical shotcrete construction concepts.
• Included Book: Pipe and Excavation Contracting
  This construction reference supports study of pipe installation awareness, excavation work, trenching, backfill, bedding, compaction awareness, equipment use, site preparation, safety awareness, and practical field procedures for pipe and excavation projects.
• Included Book: International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, 2021
  This pool and spa code reference supports study of swimming pool and spa construction provisions, barriers and safety awareness, circulation system concepts, equipment requirements, definitions, installation requirements, and code navigation for pool and spa projects.
• NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, 14th Edition
  This business book supports preparation for contractor business and law topics, including project management, estimating, contracts, risk management, financial management, employment matters, safety, lien law concepts, and contractor responsibilities.
• New Mexico Construction Industries Licensing Act (NMSA Chapter 60, Article 13), 2006
  This state licensing law reference supports study of New Mexico construction licensing provisions, contractor responsibilities, statutory requirements, regulated construction work requirements, and state-level construction compliance topics.

Test Information and Study Materials

This Ultimate package supports GS-25 swimming pools contractor exam preparation with a broad set of building code, pool and spa, OSHA safety, concrete, reinforcing, shotcrete, pipe and excavation, and business law materials, along with 1 year of course access and Application Service. The included references provide the technical foundation for GS-25 preparation, while the online course access helps organize study time and gives candidates a structured way to review pool construction, code requirements, concrete work, safety, and business law topics.

A strong GS-25 study routine should begin with the major work areas represented by the supplied references. Candidates should understand how swimming pools are planned, excavated, reinforced, placed, finished, piped, inspected, and operated, and how pool and spa code provisions connect to building code, safety, and construction practices.

For International Swimming Pool and Spa Code study, candidates should review code organization, definitions, construction requirements, pool and spa safety provisions, equipment awareness, circulation system concepts, barrier and access awareness, installation provisions, and inspection-related topics. This reference is central to pool and spa contractor preparation because it focuses directly on pool and spa requirements.

For building code study, candidates should review New Mexico commercial and residential building provisions, International Building Code organization, International Residential Code organization, construction definitions, safety provisions, structural awareness, access and barrier awareness, residential and commercial construction requirements, and code navigation. Pool construction may involve both residential and commercial contexts, making building code familiarity important.

For OSHA construction safety study, candidates should review excavation safety awareness, personal protective equipment, hazard communication, tools and equipment, fall protection awareness, scaffolding awareness, material handling, and general job-site safety responsibilities. Pool construction can involve excavation, concrete placement, equipment, reinforcing steel, and changing site conditions, so safety awareness is a major part of preparation.

For concrete study, candidates should review cementitious materials, aggregates, water-cement ratio awareness, admixtures, mixture proportioning concepts, placing, finishing, curing awareness, durability, strength, quality control, and surface performance. Concrete knowledge supports pool shells, decks, structural components, and related construction work.

For reinforcing steel study, candidates should review reinforcing bar placement, spacing, bar supports, lap splice awareness, concrete cover awareness, drawing interpretation, field coordination, and installation quality. Reinforcing steel must be placed correctly to support concrete and shotcrete performance.

For shotcrete study, candidates should review materials, application methods, nozzle placement awareness, reinforcement encasement, substrate preparation, surface finishing, curing awareness, and quality control concepts. Shotcrete is commonly associated with pool shell construction, making this reference important for GS-25 preparation.

For pipe and excavation study, candidates should review excavation planning, trenching awareness, pipe installation, bedding, backfill, compaction awareness, equipment use, grade control, site preparation, and safety awareness. Pool construction depends on proper excavation and piping coordination so the finished system performs as intended.

For pool operation concepts, candidates should review circulation awareness, water quality concepts, equipment awareness, filtration terminology, safety practices, and maintenance-related terminology. Even when the exam focuses on construction, understanding pool system operation helps candidates connect installation decisions to long-term pool performance.

For business law study, candidates should review contractor responsibilities, licensing rules, contracts, project management, financial responsibility, safety, risk management, and compliance. The business law portion of licensing is important because licensed contractors are responsible not only for trade work but also for proper business practices and legal compliance.

For application preparation, candidates should keep documents organized, review classification requirements, follow the state application process, and make sure names, business information, and exam records are consistent. The Application Service included with this Ultimate package helps support candidates through that process while they prepare for the exam.

For open book practice, candidates should spend time locating information inside each reference rather than only reading summaries. A useful study method is to take a topic, identify the correct book, locate the section, read the relevant language, and then answer a related practice question. This builds reference speed and helps candidates manage the large set of technical references included in the GS-25 preparation package.

Practice is an important part of this preparation package. Candidates should use the course to identify weak areas, then use the included references to reinforce those topics. Timed practice can help improve confidence for open book testing. Consistent study helps candidates become more comfortable with pool and spa code provisions, building code chapters, OSHA safety standards, concrete and reinforcing references, shotcrete guidance, excavation practices, and business law materials.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep helps candidates prepare for the New Mexico Swimming Pools Contractor (GS-25) exam with organized study guidance, pool and spa code review, building code preparation, OSHA construction safety study, concrete and reinforcing review, shotcrete awareness, excavation preparation, business law preparation, and practical support for open book exam preparation. This Ultimate package gives candidates access to the listed study materials, 1 year of course access, and Application Service to support a more complete preparation experience.

The course portion supports a structured study approach by helping candidates focus on important GS-25 areas, review International Swimming Pool and Spa Code requirements, New Mexico commercial and residential building code provisions, International Building Code and International Residential Code topics, OSHA construction safety, concrete mixtures, reinforcing bar placement, shotcrete, pipe and excavation practices, and practice exam-style thinking. The reference portion supports navigation and technical review, which are essential for open book testing.

Application Service adds another layer of support by helping candidates stay organized through the application side of the process. This can be especially helpful for students who want assistance understanding paperwork, preparing for next steps, and keeping their exam preparation connected to their contractor licensing goal.

1 Exam Prep’s approach is practical and exam-focused. Candidates are encouraged to learn the material, practice with the references, understand the GS-25 classification scope, and prepare for the rules of the testing environment. This can help reduce confusion, improve study organization, and build confidence before exam day.

This package is especially useful for candidates who want a preparation option that includes pool and spa code study, building code review, OSHA construction safety preparation, concrete and reinforcing references, shotcrete preparation, pipe and excavation study, business law preparation, 1 year of course access, and Application Service. The GS-25 licensing path involves both technical and administrative preparation, and having a structured package can make it easier to manage study time, review the correct material, and stay focused on the licensing goal.

FAQ Section

Who is this Ultimate package for?

This package is for candidates preparing for the New Mexico Swimming Pools Contractor (GS-25) exam who want included references, 1 year of course access, Application Service, business law materials, and organized exam preparation in one package.

What books are included?

The included references are New Mexico Commercial Building Code (NMAC 14.7.2), 2021; New Mexico Residential Building Code (NMAC 14.7.3), 2021; International Building Code, 2021; International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2021; Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA); Pool and Spa Operator Handbook; Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 17th Edition; Placing Reinforcing Bars; Guide to Shotcrete, 2016 or 2022; Pipe and Excavation Contracting; and International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, 2021.

Is Application Service included?

Yes. Application Service is included with this Ultimate package.

How long is the course access?

This Ultimate package includes 1 year of course access.

What is the package price?

The package price is $2,135. The refundable deposit is $900. The total due today is $3,035.

How long does the ultimate book package order take?

Please allow up to 15 business days for ultimate book package orders.

How many questions are on the New Mexico GS-25 exam?

The New Mexico Swimming Pools Contractor (GS-25) exam includes 100 questions.

How much time is allowed for the exam?

The New Mexico Swimming Pools Contractor (GS-25) exam has a 310-minute time limit.

What passing score is required?

The New Mexico Swimming Pools Contractor (GS-25) exam requires a 75% passing score.

Is the New Mexico GS-25 exam open book?

Yes. The New Mexico Swimming Pools Contractor (GS-25) exam is an open book test. Candidates should prepare with approved references and make sure the exam-room books meet testing rules.

What topics should I study for the GS-25 exam?

Candidates should study pool and spa code requirements, New Mexico commercial and residential building code provisions, International Building Code, International Residential Code, OSHA construction safety, concrete mixtures, reinforcing steel placement, shotcrete, pipe and excavation work, pool operation concepts, installation practices, and contractor business law topics.

Why is the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code included?

The International Swimming Pool and Spa Code supports preparation for pool and spa construction requirements, safety provisions, equipment awareness, circulation system concepts, definitions, installation requirements, and code navigation for swimming pool contractor work.

Does this package guarantee passing the exam?

No. This package provides study materials, references, course access, and application support to help with exam preparation. Exam results depend on the candidate’s experience, study habits, reference knowledge, and test performance.