Balmoral Village (Clubhouse Pool)

The doors in the clubhouse that connect directly to the pool enclosure, do not meet code requirements. The two side doors are locked with a deadbolt, but the door by the bathroom does not meet requirements (the release mechanism must be at least 54" from the ground). There shall not be direct access from any dwelling into the pool enclosure. For indoor pools, other means of protection, such as self-closing doors with self-latching devices, keypads, card readers or key entry devices which are approved by the appropriate administrative authority, shall be accepted so long as the degree of protection afforded is not less than the protection of an outdoor facility. This item must be corrected prior to permitting.

The emergency box connects to a third party emergency provider and not directly to 911. 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. This item must be corrected prior to permitting.

The vacuum line is not covered with the correct protective cover. The one installed screws in. Replace cover with approved cover. The vacuum line shall be protected with a self-closing, self-latching fitting that complies with the current IAMPO SPS 4- Special Use Suction Fitting for Swimming Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs.

The flowmeter is not functioning. The flowmeter must be functioning at next inspection to ensure proper turnover for the pool is met.

There is no available documentation to verify a daily safety check is conducted. A safety self-inspection shall be conducted daily by the trained operator or responsible person and documented on a log sheet. See CPO Guidance Docs.

There is no available documentation to verify the daily chemical testing is done as required. The chlorine and pH must be tested twice daily for pools. The trained operator or responsible person shall collect water samples from the water in the pool for monitoring. The water quality testing frequency shall be as indicated in the CPO guidance document. See email For spas and hot water venues, free available chlorine, total bromine, pH and water

There is no available documentation to verify the CPO is checking the required information as indicated in the code. 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: circulation, filtration, disinfection systems, safety equipment onsite, pool stairs and deck condition, water chemistry results, and corrective actions taken, if needed. This information must be documented at least twice weekly.

The incorrect No lifeguard on duty sign is posted. The first portion of the required sign is posted in the correct sizing, but the "Risk of Drowning- Supervise Children Closely" is not present. 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”.

The peak occupancy for the pool is not posted. The maximum peak occupancy is 54. A sign shall be posted stating the hours of operation in clear view near the entrance and shall state the theoretical peak occupancy.

The emergency box connects to a third party emergency provider and not directly to 911. 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.

The flow meter is ready around 50 gpm. The minimum turnover rate for the pool is 78 gpm. Ensure the minimum turnover rate is always maintained. If flow can not be achieved, then equipment changes during the off season may be required.

The incorrect No lifeguard on duty sign is posted. 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”.

The doors in the clubhouse that connect directly to the pool enclosure, do not meet code requirements. There shall not be direct access from any dwelling into the pool enclosure. For indoor pools, other means of protection, such as self-closing doors with self-latching devices, keypads, card readers or key entry devices which are approved by the appropriate administrative authority, shall be accepted so long as the degree of protection afforded is not less than the protection of an outdoor facility.

There is a pool entry gate that opens inward. 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.

The emergency box connects to a third party emergency provider and not directly to 911. 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.

The flow meter is reading around 58 gpm. The minimum turnover rate for the pool is 78 gpm. Ensure the minimum turnover rate is always maintained.

Each skimmer does not have a weir present. Each skimmer shall have a weir that adjusts automatically to variations in water level over a minimum range of four inches.

The float valve assemblies and the equalizer check valves are not present in each skimmer. When equalizer lines are present, all equipment must also be present in the skimmer to ensure the functionality of the equalizer lines.

The CYA level exceeds the maximum allowance of 90. The CYA for the pool is above 100 ppm.

The incorrect No lifeguard on duty sign is posted. 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”.

Not all required Pool Risks are properly posted. Ensure all required Pool Risks indicated in the Code are present on the sign. The sign will state under the heading “Pool Risks” the following items in clearly legible letters at least one inch high: