Luxe Park Apartments-North Pool

Observed the flow meter not working; reader was not bobbing. (b) A flow meter measuring the rate of flow through the filter system with an appropriate range readable in gallons per minute (GPM) and accurate within ten percent actual flow shall be provided. The flow indicator shall be capable of measuring from one-half to at least one and one-half times the design flow rate. The gauge shall be located after the filtering equipment and in such location on the return line, so as to measure the total amount of water returning to the pool according to the manufacturer’s installation specifications. EHS informed the PIC of the need for the pool company to fix/replace the meter or determine what is going on with the pool.

Observed low calcium hardness. EHS informed the PIC of the need for the CPO to balance the water chemistry.

Observed no chlorine present in the pool; tested using two different pool kits. (c) Free Chlorine level in pools using cyanuric acid or a stabilized chlorine product; Minimum 2.0 Ideal 2.0-5.0 Maximum 10.0. EHS informed the PIC of the need for the pool company to balance the water chemistry.

Observed the flow meter not working; reader was not bobbing yet held itself at 170 gpm. (b) A flow meter measuring the rate of flow through the filter system with an appropriate range readable in gallons per minute (GPM) and accurate within ten percent actual flow shall be provided. The flow indicator shall be capable of measuring from one-half to at least one and one-half times the design flow rate. The gauge shall be located after the filtering equipment and in such location on the return line, so as to measure the total amount of water returning to the pool according to the manufacturer’s installation specifications. EHS informed the PIC of the need for the pool company to fix/replace the meter or determine what is going on with the pool.

Observed facility unable to provide water test logs. (1) All swimming pools and spas covered by this Chapter shall be maintained under the supervision and direction of a properly trained operator who shall be responsible for the sanitation, safety, and proper maintenance of the pool and all related equipment, and for and daily recordkeeping. EHS informed the PIC that the pool company is to leave a copy of the test logs at the facility.

Observed facility unable to provide CPO certification for the pool operator. 2) The trained operator shall have a current certificate showing completion of an approved operator training course. A copy or the original certificate or documentation shall be available onsite for inspection by the Health Authority. EHS informed PIC that they are to have a copy of the certification on-site.

Observed the pool risk signage missing. (c) The same sign in subsection (b) above or an additional sign will state under the heading “Pool Risks” the following items in clearly legible letters at least one inch high. EHS informed the PIC of the need to purchase new pool risk signage.

Observed low alkalinity and calcium hardness. EHS informed PIC of the need for the CPO to balance the water chemistry.

Observed gate down from the shower entrance(mid point between both pools) doesn't self-latch. h) Access gates shall also comply with the requirements of this Rule and shall be equipped to accommodate a locking device. Barrier gates shall open away from the pool in facilities constructed after adoption of this chapter. Pedestrian access gates shall be self-closing and have a self-latching device. Gates other than pedestrian access gates shall have a self-latching device. Where the release mechanism of the self latching device is located less than fifty-four inches from the bottom of the gate, 1. The release mechanism shall be located on the pool side of the gate at least three inches below the top of the gate and 2. Any openings in the gate or barrier located within eighteen inches of the release mechanism shall be less than one-half inch. 3. Mechanisms controlled by an access card reader, key entry device or keypad shall be located on the outside of the access gate. EHS informed PIC and Maintenance of the need to adjust the latch so that it self-latches.

Observed low chlorine level. (c) Free Chlorine level in pools using cyanuric acid or a stabilized chlorine product; Minimum 2.0 Ideal 2.0-5.0 Maximum 10.0. Facility is aware of the need to balance the water chemistry.

Observed missing pole for the shepherd's hook. (a) A light, strong pole not less than twelve feet long including body hook. EHS informed PIC of the need to place place back onto body hook.

Observed pump running but filters were not working and pressure guages were not reading. (c) Chemical feed pumps and controllers shall be wired so they cannot operate unless the filter pump is running. If the chlorinator has an independent timer, the filter and chemical feed pump timers shall be interlocked. EHS informed PIC and maintenance; maintenance went to see what the issue was.

Observed flow meter not working. (b) A flow meter measuring the rate of flow through the filter system with an appropriate range readable in gallons per minute (GPM) and accurate within ten percent actual flow shall be provided. The flow indicator shall be capable of measuring from one-half to at least one and one-half times the design flow rate. The gauge shall be located after the filtering equipment and in such location on the return line, so as to measure the total amount of water returning to the pool according to the manufacturer’s installation specifications.EHS informed PIC and maintenance; maintenance went to see what the issue was.

Facility has an outside pool company to service the pool (HMS). (2) The trained operator shall have a current certificate showing completion of an approved operator training course. A copy or the original certificate or documentation shall be available onsite for inspection by the Health Authority. Facility needs to obtain copy of CPO certification.

Observed bather load missing at mid point entrance gate on right side of the pool. (c) A sign shall be posted stating the hours of operation in clear view near the entrance and shall state the theoretical peak occupancy. EHS informed PIC and maintenance; PIC stated that she has replacement signage already.

Observed Pool Risk signage missing at entrance. (c) The same sign in subsection (b) above or an additional sign will state under the heading “Pool Risks” the following items in clearly legible letters at least one inch high. EHS informed PIC and maintenance; both stated that replacement signage is already on-site.

Observed missing NO Lifeguard signage. (b) Where no lifeguard is on duty, a sign or signs shall be placed in clear view at or near the entrance to the pool and shall state in clearly legible letters at least four inches high “WARNING - NO LIFE GUARD ON DUTY and RISK OF DROWNING - SUPERVISE CHILDREN CLOSELY”.Facility is aware of the missing signage.

Observed low alkalinty and calcium hardness. EHS informed PIC and maintenance of the need to balance the water chemistry.

Observed low chlorine present in the pool. c) Free Chlorine level in pools using cyanuric acid or a stabilized chlorine product; Minimum 2.0 Ideal 2.0-5.0 Maximum 10.0 EHS informed PIC of the need for the CPO to balance the water chemistry.

Observed alkalinity and calcium hardness levels that were low. EHS informed PIC of the need to have the CPO balance the water chemistry.

Observed low chlorine present in the pool. c) Free Chlorine level in pools using cyanuric acid or a stabilized chlorine product; Minimum 2.0 Ideal 2.0-5.0 Maximum 10.0 EHS informed PIC of the need for the CPO to balance the water chemistry.

Observed alkalinity and calcium hardness levels that were low. EHS informed PIC of the need to have the CPO balance the water chemistry.

Observed no chlorine present in the pool. c) Free Chlorine level in pools using cyanuric acid or a stabilized chlorine product; Minimum 2.0 Ideal 2.0-5.0 Maximum 10.0 EHS informed PIC of the need for the CPO to balance the water chemistry.

Observed skimmer baskets needing to be cleaned. EHS informed PIC of the need to clean skimmer baskets.

Observed alkalinity and calcium hardness levels that were low. EHS informed PIC of the need to have the CPO balance the water chemistry.

Observed chemical storage area not secured/locked. Facility is to properly store/secure chemicals.

Observed the emergency phone not in operation. Facility is aware and is working to have it hooked up. (c) An operable, hard-wired, conventional telephone line or continuous powered source, weatherproof emergency phone shall be permanently installed in a conspicuous location within the pool enclosure and must be readily available to bathers at all times. The emergency phone shall be capable of connecting to 911 and electronically transferring an automatic number identification and automatic locator identification of the pool emergency phone to the public safety answering point, if available. A 911 sign or the names and phone numbers of the nearest available police, fire, ambulance service or rescue unit shall be posted nearby. EHS informed the facility that the emergency phone dials to Macon-Bibb 911 and the facility contact information near the emergency phone.

Observed skimmer baskets needing to be cleaned. EHS informed worker from Cox Pools.

Observed cyanuric acid levels that were too high to obtain a reading. (4) Stabilizer (if used) Cyanuric acid,ppm Ideal: 30-50 Maximum: 90 Comments: If stabilizer is: Too High: - May reduce chlorine efficacy Too Low: - Chlorine Residual rapidly destroyed by sunlight Note: Stabilizer is not needed in indoor or brominated pools and spas.Facility is to balance the water chemistry.

Observed NO DIVING in 4 in letters needing to be spelled out at the 5FT depth markers on the pool deck. a) The words "No Diving" and the universal international symbol for “NO DIVING” shall be permanently visible at the edge of the deck for water five feet in depth or less, placed only on the deck beside the depth markers, and shall conform to that outlined for depth markers in subsections (3)(a) thru (h) above. EHS informed the worker from Cox Pools.

Observed Warning No Lifeguard on duty, risk of drowning- supervise children closely signage needed in 4 in letters. (b) Where no lifeguard is on duty, a sign or signs shall be placed in clear view at or near the entrance to the pool and shall state in clearly legible letters at least four inches high “WARNING - NO LIFE GUARD ON DUTY and RISK OF DROWNING - SUPERVISE CHILDREN CLOSELY”. EHS informed PIC (Tony) of the need to purchase signage.

Observed the pool hours and bather load needing to be placed at all entrance gates in 4 inch letters. (c) A sign shall be posted stating the hours of operation in clear view near the entrance and shall state the theoretical peak occupancy. EHS informed PIC(Tony) of the needed signage.

Observed plumbing in pump room needing to be labeled with the direction of water flow. (6) All piping shall be marked with directional arrows as necessary to determine flow direction. All piping in the equipment room shall be permanently identified by its use and the pool and or aquatic feature it serves. EHS informed worker from Cox Pools of the need to label the direction of water flow.

Observed emergency shut off not in operation. PIC is aware and is working to fix the issue.