GRIFFIN, Spalding County

Baymont Inn & Suites

2007 N EXPRESSWAY GRIFFIN, GA 30223

Pool

Latest score

Aug 20, 2025

City

GRIFFIN

County

Spalding

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.

Aug 20, 2025

Routine

Score: 817 violations

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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

Observed flow meter is not operational.

36 - daily recordkeeping: water testing and self inspection performed

Regulation: 511-3-5-.22(9) - (9) water testing frequency. the trained operator or responsible person shall collect water samples from the water in the pool for monitoring. an in-line sampling port may be used for water held in reservoirs. the water quality testing frequency shal

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed operator daily checks of pool chemical records is not provided.

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

Observed trained operator inspection of at least two weekly visits is not provided.

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

Observed hand rails are not secure at ladder leading into the pool.

24 - piping identified and marked

Regulation: 511-3-5-.08(6) - (6) all piping shall be marked with directional arrows as necessary to determine flow direction. all piping in the equipment room shall be permanently identified by its use and the pool and or aquatic feature it serves.

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed piping is not marked with directional flow arrows.

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

Observed pool inspection is not placed in public view.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

.17(2) Observed alkalinity in pool is too low. Range is 60 to 180ppm, with 80-100ppm being ideal.

Jun 18, 2025

Permit/Opening

Score: 963 violations

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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

Observed hand rails are not secure at ladder leading into the pool.

24 - piping identified and marked

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed piping is not marked with directional flow arrows.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

.17(2) Observed calcium hardness is too low in pool. The calcium hardness range is 150 to 1000, with 200-400 being ideal.

Jun 28, 2024

Permit/Opening

Score: 895 violations

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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

Observed cyanuric acid levels are low. The ideal range is 30-50ppm with 90ppm being the maximum.

26 - gauge(s) in proper location; sight glass installed

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

.07(4)(a) Observed pressure gauge is not working. The needle is not showing the reading of the pressure.

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

Observed hand rails are not secure at steps and ladder leading into the pool.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

.17(2) Observed calcium hardness is too low in pool. The calcium hardness range is 150 to 1000, with 200-400 being ideal.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

.16(7) Observed chemicals in test kit are expired. Replace chemicals for more accurate readings.

Jul 21, 2023

Permit/Opening

Score: 942 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

Observed the Combined Chlorine levels are too high. Combined Chlorine levels must be 0.4 ppm or less.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

.17(2) Observed calcium hardness is too low in pool. The calcium hardness range is 150 to 1000, with 200-400 being ideal.

Jun 28, 2023

Permit/Opening

Score: 678 violations

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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

Observed phone is not hard wired to be able to call 911. Phone cannot dial to front desk, it must call 911 directly.

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

Observed the Combined Chlorine levels are too high. Combined Chlorine levels must be 0.4 ppm or less.

28 - flow meter: appropriate range and location

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed flow meter is not functioning and flow rate cannot be verified.

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

Observed weir is not provided 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: YesRepeat: No

Observed hand rails are not secure at the pool steps. Operator secured during inspection.

24 - piping identified and marked

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed piping is not marked with directional flow arrows.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

.17(2) Observed alkalinity is too low in pool. The alkalinity range is 60 to 180, with 80-100 being ideal.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

.17(2) Observed calcium hardness in pool is too low. Calcium hardness should be 150-1000, with 200-400 being ideal.