Thomaston Crossing Apartments

Observed one of the front entrance gates with a magnetic latch that did not catch at every close. (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 the PIC of the need to have the gate lock repaired.

Observed flow meter unable to provide a reading. (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 CPO of the need to repair/replace the meter and ensure that it is providing an accurate flow rate.

Observed pressure gauges not working. CPO stated that one gauge broke off of filter as he went to replace it and the other is not reading at all. (a) A pressure or vacuum gauge or other means of indicating system condition shall be provided in the circulation system in an easily readable location. EHS informed CPO that the gauges/filter should be working effectively.