DAWSONVILLE, Dawson County

Namaste Inn & Suites Dawsonville - SPA

205 N 400 CENTER LN DAWSONVILLE, GA 30534

Pool

Latest score

Dec 19, 2025

City

DAWSONVILLE

County

Dawson

Inspections

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Dec 19, 2025

Re-inspection

Score: 933 violations

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35 - operator facility inspections performed; written documentation

Regulation: 511-3-5-.22(5) - (5) the trained operator must perform a minimum of two visits weekly and be able to provide assistance whenever needed.

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

The CPO must visit the pool a minimum of twice weekly. CPO is currently only visiting once weekly.

12 - grab/hand rails, ladders installed and secure

Regulation: 511-3-5-.06(3)(f)1. - 1. handrails, if removable, shall be installed in such a way that they cannot be removed without the use of tools.

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Handrail at spa is very loose. Informed PIC.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

511-3-5-.17 Alkalinity shall be between 60-180 ppm. Todays reading was 330 ppm.

Dec 16, 2025

Routine

Score: 785 violations

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6 - proper disinfectant level

Regulation: .17(1)(a)(b) - proper disinfectant level

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Spa Bromine level shall be between 4.0-8.0 ppm. Todays Reading was over 10 ppm

7 - ph between 7.2 and 7.8

Regulation: 511-3-5-.17(2) - (2) chemical values: ph

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

pH shall be between 7.2-7.8. Todays reading was over 8.

35 - operator facility inspections performed; written documentation

Regulation: 511-3-5-.22(5) - (5) the trained operator must perform a minimum of two visits weekly and be able to provide assistance whenever needed.

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

The CPO must visit the pool a minimum of twice weekly. CPO is currently only visiting once weekly.

12 - grab/hand rails, ladders installed and secure

Regulation: 511-3-5-.06(3)(f)1. - 1. handrails, if removable, shall be installed in such a way that they cannot be removed without the use of tools.

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Handrail at spa is very loose. Informed PIC.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

511-3-5-.17 Alkalinity shall be between 60-180 ppm. Todays reading was >1000 ppm. Calcium hardness shall be 150-1000 ppm. Todays reading was >1000 ppm.

Jun 10, 2025

Routine

Score: 942 violations

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21 - cyanuric acid level not exceeding maximum

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

The maximum amount of CYA shall be 90. Today's reading was >100. Informed PIC.

12 - grab/hand rails, ladders installed and secure

Regulation: 511-3-5-.06(3)(f)1. - 1. handrails, if removable, shall be installed in such a way that they cannot be removed without the use of tools.

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Handrail is unstable. Informed PIC

Nov 21, 2024

Re-inspection

Score: 718 violations

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18 - combined chlorine level 0.4 ppm or less

Regulation: 511-3-5-.17(1) - (1) disinfectant levels (a) free chlorine, ppm in pools not using cyanuric acid or a stabilized chlorine compound use (b),1.-5.

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Combined chlorine shall be at a level of 0.5 ppm or less. Informed PIC and CPO

28 - flow meter: appropriate range and location

Regulation: 511-3-5-.07(4)(b) - (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

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

No flow meter present for spa. Informed PIC that one must be placed.

17 - skimmers/gutters maintained and operable

Regulation: 511-3-5-.11(3)(d) - (d) each skimmer shall have a weir that adjusts automatically to variations in water level over a minimum range of four inches.

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Weir missing in skimmer.

21 - cyanuric acid level not exceeding maximum

Regulation: 511-3-5-.17(4) - (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 br

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

The maximum amount of CYA shall be 185. Today's reading was 185. Informed PIC.

32 - operator training certification available onsite and approved

Regulation: 511-3-5-.22(2) - (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.

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

The person currently acting as CPO has no certificate available on site. Informed PIC it is needed to get one for records.

35 - operator facility inspections performed; written documentation

Regulation: 511-3-5-.22(6) - (6) written documentation of the operator’s visits must be available at the pool facility. at a minimum, the written record must indicate the condition of the following items:

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

No written documentation of CPO readings and visits. Informed CPO and PIC this is necessary to have on site.

12 - grab/hand rails, ladders installed and secure

Regulation: 511-3-5-.06(3)(f)1. - 1. handrails, if removable, shall be installed in such a way that they cannot be removed without the use of tools.

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Handrail is unstable. Informed PIC

34 - inspection report placed in public view

Regulation: 511-3-5-.23(3)(d) - (d) the operator shall receive a copy of the inspection and place it in a location protected from the weather and in public view as designated by the health authority.

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

No inspection present for spa, and no permit posted either. Informed PIC both must be framed and present for public view.

May 9, 2024

Routine

Score: 767 violations

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7 - ph between 7.2 and 7.8

Regulation: 511-3-5-.23(5)(b) - (b) during operation, the ph is less than the minimum or more than the maximum levels allowed in dph rule 511-3-5-.l7.

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

pH was out of range >8.0

35 - operator facility inspections performed; written documentation

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

CPO water testing recordings not found

12 - grab/hand rails, ladders installed and secure

Regulation: 511-3-5-.06(3)(f)1. - 1. handrails, if removable, shall be installed in such a way that they cannot be removed without the use of tools.

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Handrail is unstable.

22 - signs: peak occupancy/pool/spa/signs legible and in clearview

Regulation: 511-3-5-.18(13)(a) - (13) warning signs for spas. signs shall be provided as follows: (a) signage which states safety, emergency and operational aspects of the spa, shall be prominently located near the spa.

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Warning sign for spa does not have correct wording.

22 - signs: peak occupancy/pool/spa/signs legible and in clearview

Regulation: 511-3-5-.18(13)(c) - (c) a sign shall be posted stating the hours of operation in clear view near the entrance and shall state the theoretical peak occupancy.

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Sign with hours of operation and peak occupancy not present.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

511-3-5-.22(1) (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.

The pump room has a significant leak coming from the piping.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

511-3-5-.07(1)(c)3 (d) For spas, a minute timer that does not exceed 15 minutes shall be connected to the agitation system. The timer shall be located out of reach of a bather in the spa.

60 minute timer present at spa

Sep 6, 2023

Routine

Score: 794 violations

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6 - proper disinfectant level

Regulation: 511-3-5-.23(5)(a) - (a) during operation, disinfectant levels are less than the minimum level specified in dph rule 511-3-5-.17. if the level of the disinfectant used is not specified in dph rule 511-3-5-.17, the disinfectant must be approved and kept at levels determin

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Chlorine 0.0 ppm

7 - ph between 7.2 and 7.8

Regulation: 511-3-5-.23(5)(b) - (b) during operation, the ph is less than the minimum or more than the maximum levels allowed in dph rule 511-3-5-.l7.

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Ph was out of range <7.0

17 - skimmers/gutters maintained and operable

Regulation: 511-3-5-.11(3)(d) - (d) each skimmer shall have a weir that adjusts automatically to variations in water level over a minimum range of four inches.

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Weir missing in skimmer.

12 - grab/hand rails, ladders installed and secure

Regulation: 511-3-5-.06(3)(f)1. - 1. handrails, if removable, shall be installed in such a way that they cannot be removed without the use of tools.

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Handrail is unstable.