{"product_id":"north-carolina-swimming-pools-contractor-books-allowed-into-exam-package","title":"North Carolina Swimming Pools Contractor Books Allowed into Exam Package","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eNorth Carolina Swimming Pools Contractor Books Allowed into Exam Package\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare for the North Carolina Swimming Pools Contractor examination with the two reference materials approved for use inside the testing center. The North Carolina Swimming Pools Contractor Books Allowed into Exam Package gives candidates the permitted resources needed to support open-book exam preparation and reference navigation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis focused package includes the North Carolina public swimming pool regulations and the NSF\/ANSI\/CAN standard addressing equipment and chemicals for swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, and other recreational water facilities. Together, these references cover important requirements related to public swimming pools, circulation equipment, filtration components, chemical treatment systems, construction provisions, operational standards, and recreational water safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe North Carolina Swimming Pools examination covers a broad range of subjects, including filtration and circulation, maintenance and operation, pool accessories, associated trades, concrete, shotcrete, gunite, design, licensing laws, liens, excavation notification, and erosion control. Although only two references are permitted in the examination room, candidates are expected to develop trade knowledge across the complete examination outline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn open-book contractor examination requires more than access to approved books. Candidates must understand pool construction concepts, recognize the subject of each question, determine which reference applies, and locate relevant information within the available testing time. Working with the permitted books throughout your preparation can help you become familiar with their organization, terminology, tables, definitions, and technical provisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis package is intended for candidates who already have separate study materials or who want to purchase only the books allowed into the North Carolina Swimming Pools Contractor exam. It does not include the additional references listed by the testing provider as study materials that are prohibited in the examination room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 3px solid #d32f2f; padding: 20px; margin: 25px 0; background-color: #fff7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublic Swimming Pools – North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Title 15A, Subchapter 18A, Section .2500, North Carolina Administrative Code\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment and Chemicals for Swimming Pools, Spas, Hot Tubs, and Other Recreational Water Facilities, NSF\/ANSI\/CAN 50-2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA focused exam-room package:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes only the two references identified for use during the North Carolina Swimming Pools examination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-book preparation support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides the books candidates should practice navigating before their scheduled testing appointment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe books in this package are intended to be brought into the examination room when they comply with current PSI reference-material rules. Candidates remain responsible for reviewing their current candidate bulletin and ensuring that each book is properly bound and free from prohibited notes, loose pages, removable tabs, or unauthorized attachments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eExam Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe North Carolina Swimming Pools examination is administered by PSI for the North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors. The Board determines whether an applicant is eligible to sit for the examination. After approval, the candidate receives an examination eligibility letter containing the information needed to register and schedule with PSI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExamination:\u003c\/strong\u003e North Carolina Swimming Pools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e S(Swimming Pools)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTesting provider:\u003c\/strong\u003e PSI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of questions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime allowed:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequired passing score:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExam format:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe examination content outline includes 15 questions on filtration and circulation systems, 10 questions on maintenance and operation, eight questions on accessories and associated trades, 10 questions on concrete, shotcrete, and gunite, and 10 questions on design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe remaining examination questions cover laws and regulations, liens, One Call excavation notification, and erosion and sedimentation control. Candidates should prepare for every subject area because even the smaller categories contribute to the final score.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe examination may also include questions based on general trade knowledge and accepted industry practices. The two exam-room books are important resources, but they do not replace a complete study plan covering swimming pool construction, equipment, water treatment, structural work, excavation, concrete, safety, contractor law, and project responsibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eOpen Book Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe North Carolina Swimming Pools Contractor examination is an open-book test. Candidates may bring the two approved references listed in this package into the examination center. Other books used to develop the examination are specifically identified as materials that are not allowed in the testing room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCandidates are responsible for bringing their own reference materials. PSI does not provide personal copies of the books. References should be prepared before the appointment and must comply with current testing rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReference materials may be highlighted, underlined, or indexed before the examination. Permanent tabs may be used when they are securely attached and cannot be removed easily. Removable flags, temporary tabs, loose notes, and separate papers are not permitted. Notes may not be written on tabs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCandidates may not write in their reference books before or during the examination session. Unauthorized pages, handwritten materials, added notes, or attached papers may be removed or confiscated. Books downloaded or printed from an approved source must be complete and properly bound. Partial references are not accepted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 60 questions and 120 minutes, candidates have an average of approximately two minutes per question. This time must cover reading the question, identifying the topic, selecting the correct book, locating the applicable information, and choosing an answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePractice navigating both references before exam day. Learn how each book uses its table of contents, numbered sections, headings, definitions, indexes, tables, and technical terminology. A candidate who understands the layout of the books can use the open-book format more efficiently than someone seeing the material for the first time at the testing center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eLicensing Steps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview the Swimming Pools classification.\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm that the classification covers the type of swimming pool contracting work the applicant plans to perform.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete the appropriate application or examination request.\u003c\/strong\u003e Submit the required information to the North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdentify the qualifier.\u003c\/strong\u003e The applicant must name the person who will satisfy the examination requirement for the Swimming Pools classification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelect the applicable license limitation.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose the limitation that corresponds with the intended project size and business needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubmit supporting documentation.\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide the organizational, financial, background, and other information required by the Board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReceive examination eligibility.\u003c\/strong\u003e After approval, the Board issues an eligibility letter with registration and scheduling instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegister and schedule with PSI.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the identification information provided through the Board’s authorization process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare for the examination.\u003c\/strong\u003e Study the complete content outline and practice using the two approved exam-room references.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTake the examination.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bring the required identification, permitted calculator, and compliant reference books.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete remaining licensing requirements.\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow the Board’s instructions concerning examination results, application review, and license issuance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePassing the Swimming Pools examination does not automatically issue a North Carolina contractor license. The North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors must approve the complete application and determine that all applicable requirements have been satisfied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eState Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors regulates the Swimming Pools specialty classification. The classification covers the construction, service, and repair of swimming pools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts scope includes excavation and grading, construction of concrete, gunite, plastic-type, fiberglass, metal-walled, and steel-walled pools, pool decks, walkways, tiling, coping, pumps, filters, chemical feeders, and associated pool equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe classification does not include direct connections to sanitary sewer systems or potable water lines. It also does not include grounding and bonding metal surfaces or making electrical connections. Work outside the classification may require properly licensed electrical, plumbing, or other specialty contractors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorth Carolina contractor licenses are issued under limitations that control the value of projects a licensee may undertake. Applicants must satisfy the financial or bonding requirements associated with the requested limitation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBusiness entities must provide the organizational information required by the Board and identify the individual serving as the qualifier. The qualifier is the person connected with the license who satisfies the examination requirement for the classification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCandidates should follow the current application instructions issued by the Board. Eligibility periods, application procedures, financial requirements, fees, forms, and administrative rules may change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eReference Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis package includes the following two exam-room-approved references:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublic Swimming Pools – North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Title 15A, Subchapter 18A, Section .2500, North Carolina Administrative Code\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis reference contains North Carolina rules governing public swimming pools. It addresses construction plans, equipment, circulation systems, water quality, operation, maintenance, safety provisions, inspections, and regulatory responsibilities. Candidates should become familiar with the numbered sections, definitions, dimensional requirements, operational provisions, and technical standards contained in the rules.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment and Chemicals for Swimming Pools, Spas, Hot Tubs, and Other Recreational Water Facilities, NSF\/ANSI\/CAN 50-2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis standard addresses equipment, components, materials, and treatment products used in recreational water facilities. It provides requirements related to filtration equipment, pumps, circulation components, chemical feeders, treatment systems, testing, materials, performance, and product safety. Candidates should practice locating requirements for specific equipment categories and understanding the technical language used throughout the standard.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese references should be used together during preparation. The North Carolina administrative rules focus on state requirements for public swimming pools, while the NSF\/ANSI\/CAN standard addresses the equipment and chemical systems used in pools, spas, hot tubs, and other recreational water facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the public swimming pool rules to review regulatory requirements, construction provisions, operation, water quality, safety, and maintenance. Use the equipment and chemicals standard when studying pumps, filters, treatment systems, feeders, components, materials, and performance requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eExam Room Approved Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following two references are allowed into the North Carolina Swimming Pools Contractor examination room:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublic Swimming Pools – North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Title 15A, Subchapter 18A, Section .2500, North Carolina Administrative Code\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment and Chemicals for Swimming Pools, Spas, Hot Tubs, and Other Recreational Water Facilities, NSF\/ANSI\/CAN 50-2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis package is limited to the books allowed into the exam. It does not include the separate excavation, concrete, shotcrete, maintenance, ANSI\/NSPI, sedimentation-control, business, or licensing references that may be used for study but are prohibited in the testing room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTesting-center personnel make the final determination concerning whether a reference complies with exam-day rules. Before your appointment, inspect each book carefully. Remove loose papers, temporary tabs, detachable notes, unauthorized attachments, and any other prohibited material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eTest Information and Study Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiltration and circulation systems make up the largest section of the published examination outline. Study how pumps, filters, drains, inlets, outlets, skimmers, piping, valves, strainers, gauges, and chemical feeders work together. Understand circulation patterns, equipment placement, flow, turnover, filtration, and system operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintenance and operation questions may involve water testing, disinfectant levels, pH, cleaning, contamination response, equipment care, routine inspections, operational records, troubleshooting, and water-quality management. Use the approved references to become familiar with required operating conditions and treatment-system provisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccessories and associated trades may include decks, walkways, tiling, coping, piping, equipment installation, and coordination with electrical or plumbing professionals. Understand which work falls within the Swimming Pools classification and which connections require a separately licensed trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConcrete, shotcrete, and gunite represent another significant examination category. Candidates should understand basic materials, reinforcement, preparation, placement, application, finishing, curing, cracking, structural considerations, and quality control. These topics may require study materials beyond the two books allowed into the examination room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign questions may cover pool dimensions, circulation, equipment sizing, access, safety, public pool requirements, water features, spas, and system layout. Learn how design decisions affect water movement, treatment, maintenance, structural performance, and regulatory compliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe examination also includes laws, regulations, liens, excavation notification, and erosion and sedimentation control. These smaller categories should not be ignored. Review the responsibilities associated with operating a contracting business, beginning excavation, protecting underground utilities, controlling disturbed soil, and complying with state licensing rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePractice answering questions under timed conditions. Begin by identifying the subject category, then decide whether the answer is most likely found in the state public swimming pool rules or the equipment and chemicals standard. Use the contents, headings, and index to locate the information and confirm your answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the books in the same order during study sessions. Become familiar with their physical layout so you can move directly to the correct reference when a question appears. Strong trade knowledge combined with efficient book navigation provides a practical foundation for open-book preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Exam Prep helps North Carolina Swimming Pools Contractor candidates organize their preparation around the official examination outline and approved exam-room references. This focused package provides the two books candidates are permitted to use during the open-book test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorking with the correct references throughout preparation can help you understand how pool regulations, equipment standards, circulation systems, water treatment, and operational requirements are organized. Repeated navigation practice helps turn the books into useful testing tools rather than unfamiliar materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Exam Prep supports trade-focused review, practice-oriented preparation, and organized study guidance. Candidates are encouraged to connect each subject area with the appropriate reference, review important terminology, and practice locating provisions under time limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exam-room package can be combined with separate study resources covering concrete, shotcrete, excavation, design, maintenance, business law, licensing, and sedimentation control. This approach allows candidates to build broad subject knowledge while becoming highly familiar with the two books available during the examination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo book package can guarantee a passing score, application approval, or contractor license. Results depend on the candidate’s experience, preparation, knowledge, reference familiarity, and performance during the examination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eIs the North Carolina Swimming Pools Contractor exam open book?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The North Carolina Swimming Pools examination is open book. Candidates may bring the two approved references into the testing center when the books comply with PSI’s current reference-material rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow many books are included in this package?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe package includes two reference materials: the North Carolina public swimming pool rules and NSF\/ANSI\/CAN 50-2023 for equipment and chemicals used in recreational water facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eAre both books allowed into the exam room?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Both references in this package are identified as approved materials for the North Carolina Swimming Pools examination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eDoes this package include the books that are prohibited in the exam room?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This package includes only the two approved exam-room references. Additional books used for general study are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow many questions are on the examination?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe North Carolina Swimming Pools examination contains 60 questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow much time is allowed?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCandidates are allowed 120 minutes to complete the examination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat score is required to pass?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe required passing score is 70%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eCan the books be highlighted or tabbed?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproved references may be highlighted, underlined, and indexed before the examination. Tabs must be permanent and may not contain notes. Removable flags, loose papers, and unauthorized attachments are prohibited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eDoes this package cover every subject tested?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two books support important regulatory, equipment, chemical, filtration, circulation, maintenance, and operational topics. Candidates should also study concrete, shotcrete, gunite, excavation, design, laws, liens, One Call requirements, and sedimentation control using separate preparation materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWho determines whether I am eligible to take the exam?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors determines examination eligibility. PSI administers the examination after the candidate receives approval.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eDoes passing the examination automatically issue my license?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Passing the examination is one part of the licensing process. The Board must approve the application and confirm that all applicable requirements have been completed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eDoes purchasing these books guarantee a passing score?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The books provide approved exam-room references, but passing depends on the candidate’s knowledge, preparation, study habits, reference-navigation skills, and performance on exam day.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1 Exam Prep","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46203983855673,"sku":null,"price":1395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1789\/0861\/files\/2026NEWPRODUCTS-19-NC-SWIMMING-POOL-BOOKS.jpg?v=1772576189","url":"https:\/\/1examprep.com\/products\/north-carolina-swimming-pools-contractor-books-allowed-into-exam-package","provider":"1 Exam Prep","version":"1.0","type":"link"}