North America: NSPF partnered with ORFA

The National Swimming Pool Foundation^® (NSPF^®) announced an international partnership with the Ontario Recreation Facilities Association Inc. (ORFA) in Canada. The organizations have formed an alliance to deliver NSPF’s leading Certified Pool/Spa Operator^® certification to ORFA recreation facility professionals as a replacement for the existing introductory course. NSPF will in turn promote ORFA’s advanced level Aquatic Facility Operations–Beyond the Basics course and professional designations, Certified Aquatic Professional  and Certified Aquatic Technician. NSPF will also designate ORFA as the exclusive distributor of NSPF handbooks and exams within Canada.