Commerce, Jackson County

Northwood

601 WINDSONG LAKE DR COMMERCE, GA 30529

Pool
Latest score
68
Jun 21, 2024
City
Commerce
County
Jackson
Inspections
5

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

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

Jun 21, 2024

Routine

Score: 688 violations

3 - compliant drain covers secure, present and no cracks

Regulation: 511-3-5-.23(5)(f) - (f) broken, unsecured, or missing main drain, or any submerged suction outlet cover/grate

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Due to water clarity, unable to determine if VGB drain covers are in good condition.

4 - water clarity: main drains clearly visible

Regulation: 511-3-5-.23(5)(d) - (d) the water turbidity is such that the suction outlet/main drain cover or a standard white marker tile on the bottom of the deepest portion of the pool cannot be seen.

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Unable to see main drains of pool sue to water turbidity. Main drains and bottom of pool must be clearly visible at all depths to ensure safety of swimmers.

7 - ph between 7.2 and 7.8

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

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Pool pH is below 7.0. Ensure pool pH is maintained between 7.2 and 7.8.

19 - adequate turnover rate

Regulation: 511-3-5-.07(1)(a) - (a) the equipment for a swimming pool shall be of adequate size to turn over the entire pool water capacity. the turnover rate for pools constructed after the adoption of this chapter shall not exceed the sum of one and one-half times the average wat

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Unable to determine flow rate due to inoperable flow meter.

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

Flow meter not operable, unable to determine proper turnover.

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: No

No evidence of daily inspections taking place, no record keeping of daily visits.

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

Ladder by 5ft depth marker by fence not secure.

29 - toilets & lavatories: clean, maintained, and stocked

Regulation: 511-3-5-.19(2)(n) - (n) sanitary facility fixtures and dressing area fixtures and furniture shall be cleaned and sanitized with an epa-approved product and as needed to provide a clean and sanitary environment.

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

No toilet or sink supplied in men's restroom.

May 20, 2024

Permit/Opening

Score: 883 violations

19 - adequate turnover rate

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Unable to determine turnover rate.

28 - flow meter: appropriate range and location

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Flowmeter inoperable.

12 - grab/hand rails, ladders installed and secure

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Tighten back left and front handrail.

Aug 24, 2023

Routine

Score: 6313 violations

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

0ppm chlorine detected in pool. Advised to have 1-10 ppm required chlorine level for sufficient disinfection.

7 - ph between 7.2 and 7.8

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

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

pH levels recorded over 8.0

8 - chemical feeder operational and approved

Regulation: 511-3-5-.16(2)(a) - (a) every pool and spa shall be required to have at least one unit of disinfectant agent equipment that introduces the agent through the circulation system in compliance with this rule

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Chemical feeder not operating at time of inspection, must continuously disinfect pool.

9 - filter: approved, maintained and operating

Regulation: 511-3-5-.23(5)(c ) - (c) the pump, automatic disinfectant equipment, or other equipment necessary for continuous filtration and disinfection of the swimming pool, spa, or recreational water park attraction is not working or is unable to maintain adequate turnover rate.

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Equiptment necessary for continuous filtration not operating at time of inspection.

10 - pump: approved, maintained and operating

Regulation: 511-3-5-.23(5)(c ) - (c) the pump, automatic disinfectant equipment, or other equipment necessary for continuous filtration and disinfection of the swimming pool, spa, or recreational water park attraction is not working or is unable to maintain adequate turnover rate.

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Pump necessary for continuous filtration and disinfection not operating at time of inspection.

36 - daily recordkeeping: water testing and self inspection performed

Regulation: 511-3-5-.22(12) - (12) a safety self-inspection shall be conducted daily by the trained operator or responsible person and documented on a log sheet.

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Daily chemical inspection reports not documented or kept on premises.

19 - adequate turnover rate

Regulation: 511-3-5-.07(1)(a) - (a) the equipment for a swimming pool shall be of adequate size to turn over the entire pool water capacity. the turnover rate for pools constructed after the adoption of this chapter shall not exceed the sum of one and one-half times the average wat

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Turnover rate not achived due to inoperable equiptment.

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: No

No records for bi-weekly evaulation of pool equiptment or chemical testing found on premises.

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: No

No records for bi-weekly evaulation of pool equiptment or chemical testing found on premises.

17 - skimmers/gutters maintained and operable

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Skimmers not maintained, full of debris

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

Hand rails loose, not secure.

29 - toilets & lavatories: clean, maintained, and stocked

Regulation: 511-3-5-.19(2)(n) - (n) sanitary facility fixtures and dressing area fixtures and furniture shall be cleaned and sanitized with an epa-approved product and as needed to provide a clean and sanitary environment.

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Restrooms not maintained, sink currently inoperable in men's restroom.

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

Current inspection report not placed in public view

Jul 20, 2023

Permit/Opening

Score: 902 violations

19 - adequate turnover rate

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Unable to determine turnover rate.

28 - flow meter: appropriate range and location

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Flow meter inoperable, replace.

Jul 12, 2023

Permit/Opening

Score: 755 violations

5 - emergency phone operational and accessible

Regulation: 511-3-5-.18(10)(c ) - (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 tim

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Emergency Phone currently inoperable and unable to make phone calls, unable to verify correct 911 address.

6 - proper disinfectant level

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

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Chlorine level is 11ppm, needs to be within 1-10ppm range.

11 - appropriate lifesaving equipment present

Regulation: 511-3-5-.18(10)(b) - (b) a minimum one-fourth inch diameter throwing rope one and one-half times the maximum width of the pool or fifty feet in length, whichever is less, to which has been firmly attached a ring buoy with an outside diameter of approximately fifteen inch

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Life ring unable to have rope securely attached due to broken rope and poor condition.

19 - adequate turnover rate

Regulation: 511-3-5-.07(1)(a) - (a) the equipment for a swimming pool shall be of adequate size to turn over the entire pool water capacity. the turnover rate for pools constructed after the adoption of this chapter shall not exceed the sum of one and one-half times the average wat

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Unable to determine if flow rate meets 6 hour minimum turnover requirement.

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

Flow meter is currently inoperable, unable to determine flow rate.