LA QUINTA INN AND SUITES - POOL

Observed free chlorine level less than the minimum level as specified in DPH Rule 511-3-5-.17 during operation. CA: Discussed required disinfectant levels with CPO or responsible person. Failure to maintain the required disinfectant levels is an imminent health hazard; therefore, the pool will remain closed until disinfectant levels are balanced and maintained. CPO will call Health Authority for reinspection prior to reopening.

Observed flow meter non-operational at the time of the inspection. Corrective Action: Discussed with responsible party. Responsible party will notify CPO to have the flow meter serviced and/or replaced.

Observed recent water testing documentation showing lack of daily testing. The free chlorine level was only checked once per day. Observed water testing documentation showing free chlorine levels measuring below the minimum level. The records did not include proper documentation of pool closure or documentation of retesting prior to reopening the pool. Corrective Action: Discussed and educated responsible party on recordkeeping requirements and testing frequency. The pH and free chlorine must be tested twice daily by the CPO or responsible person. If water test results are found not in compliance, the operator should close the pool, record findings and make the necessary adjustments to the water chemistry with rechecks prior to re-opening to the public.

Observed lack of documentation of the CPO's visits at the facility. Documentation at facility showed once weekly testing: 4/26, 5/6, 5/8, 5/15, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3, 6/5, 6/10, 6/17 and 6/24. After contacting PoolRX directly, they were able to provide electronic documentation but these records are not maintained at the facility. Corrective Action: Discussed requirement for written documentation of CPO visits and testing to be available at the facility with PIC. PIC will contact the CPO for documentation and will maintain records at the facility.

Observed handrail for ladder at 5ft end of pool not properly secured to deck. Corrective Action: CPO was notified. CPO unable to repair and will need to replace ladder. The pool will remain closed. CPO will call our office to reschedule inspection.

Observed water fountains not functioning at time of inspection. When responsible party turned on water, a significant leak was observed under right water fountain and push buttons weren't functioning. Corrective Action: Discussed requirement for functioning water fountain with CPO and responsible party. Water fountains will be repaired/replaced so they are accessible for use at all times by swimmers.

Observed Alkalinity exceeding maximum levels (232). CA: discussed 60-180 ppm range with CPO and manager. CPO shall adjust pool Alkalinity to meet code within 24-48 hours and record all adjustments and test results.

Observed free chlorine levels measuring less than 1.0 (average 0.38) at the time of the routine inspection. Corrective Action: Discussed required levels of disinfectant with PIC and CPO. Discussed inspecting all equipment to ensure it is functioning properly to maintain adequate sanitizer levels in the pool. The pool will remain closed until chemicals are balanced. CPO/PIC to call 706-295-6316 to schedule re-inspection.

Observed pH measuring less than the minimum level (7.1) at the time of re-inspection. Corrective Action: Discussed minimum and maximum pH levels allowed with CPO and PIC. The pool will remain closed until chemicals are balanced. CPO/PIC to call 706-295-6316 to schedule re-inspection.

Observed free chlorine levels measuring less than 1.0 at the time of the routine inspection. The water level was observed to be several inches under the tile line. Corrective Action: Discussed FCl with the manager. The pool will be closed until chemicals are balanced. CPO to call 706-295-6316 to schedule follow-up inspection.

Observed recent water testing documentation showing lack of daily testing and safety self-inspections. Observed water testing documentation showing free chlorine levels measuring below the minimum level. The records did not include proper documentation of pool closure or documentation of retesting prior to reopening the pool. Corrective Action: Discussed recordkeeping requirements with PIC. The safety check must be performed daily by the CPO or responsible person. Water levels should be checked twice daily by CPO or responsible person. If water test results are found not in compliance, the operator should close the pool, record findings and make the necessary adjustments to the water chemistry.

No certificate for the CPO was available onsite for review by the Health Department. Corrective Action: Discussed having a copy of the CPO certificate available onsite at all times with PIC. PIC will maintain a copy of the CPO certificate for review.

Observed lack of documentation of the CPO's visits at the facility. Per PIC, the CPO does not maintain records at the facility. Corrective Action: Discussed requirement for written documentation of CPO visits and testing to be available at the facility with PIC. PIC will contact the CPO for documentation and will maintain records at the facility.

Observed interior hotel door to pool area not latching and locking properly. Corrective Action: PIC was notified. Work order will be submitted for immediate repairs. Employees were instructed to keep this door closed and locked at all times until repaired and rechecked by Health Dept. Guest must access pool from exterior gate.

Observed hand rail for ladder at 5ft end of pool not properly secured to deck. Corrective Action: PIC was notified. Maintenance will be contacted immediately to have ladder properly tightened. This will be rechecked.

Observed trash and beer bottle caps on pool deck around pool and patio furniture. Corrective Action: PIC was notified. Housekeeping staff were assigned to clean pool area onsite.