- Water Quality Violation
TSSP&S 265.204 (Eff Oct 1, 1999) - Water Quality, pages 66 - 67 and FW Ordinance #12156-Sec 16.459-462 (Sep 12, 1995). Pool/spa operators and managers shall maintain the quality of water in all pools and spas to comply with City of Fort Worth Ordinances and the State Standard.
Operational records of tests results are not maintained.
Corrective action: When tests are required, operational records of tests results shall be maintained for two years and shall be made available to the Director or his/her representative upon request.
- Circulation System
TSSP&S 265.187 (Eff Oct 1, 1999) - Circulation System, pages 33-35; TDSPSPC 337.66 (Eff Jun 13, 1965) and FW Ordinance #12156-Sec 16.459-462 (Sep 12, 1995). All circulation systems shall be designed, constructed, installed, maintained and operated to comply with all applicable provisions of the City of Fort Worth Ordinances and the State Standard.
The rate of flow meter is not properly maintained. A filter outlet pressure gauge is not installed on the piping.
Corrective action: A rate of flow meter shall be properly maintained to accurately (plus or minus 10%) indicate the rate of flow through the filter in gallons per minute. A filter outlet pressure gauge shall be installed on the piping.
- Surface Skimming & Perimeter Overflow (Gutter) Systems
TSSP&S 265.191 (Eff Oct 1, 1999) - Surface Skimming & Perimeter Overflow (Gutter) Systems, pages 41 & 42; TDSPSPC 337.84-85 (Eff Jun 13, 1965). Surface overflow devices in new pools shall be designed, constructed, installed, maintained and operated to comply with all applicable provisions of the City of Fort Worth Ordinances and the State Standard.
Skimmers, weirs, covers or overflow devices are not properly installed. MISSING WEIRS.
Corrective action: Skimmers, weirs, covers or overflow devices shall be properly installed.
- Handholds Specific Safety Features
TSSP&S 265.199 (Eff Oct 1, 1999) - Specific Safety Features, pages 52 - 60; TDSPSPC 337.80,TDSPSPC 337.93,TDSPSPC 337.96 (Eff Jun 13, 1965) and FW Ordinance #12156-Sec 16.459-462 (Sep 12, 1995). Safety features and equipment shall be designed, constructed, installed and maintained to comply with all applicable provisions of City of Fort Worth Ordinances and the State Standard.
One body hook or shepherd's crook with attached reaching pole or one throwing rope with attached ring buoy is not provided or accessible. THROW ROPE MISSING.
Corrective action: At each Class C pool, one light, strong, non-telescoping, non-conducting 12 foot long or longer pole with attached body hook or shepherd's crook and one throwing rope that reaches at least 2/3 the maximum pool width with firmly attached 15 - 24 inch Coast Guard approved ring buoy shall be mounted in a conspicuous place within 20 feet of the pool. Both shall be provided for each 2,000 square feet of water surface and shall be accessible.
- Pool & Spa Operation and Maintenance
Texas Health & Safety Code - Minimum Standards of Sanitation & Health Protection, Chapter 341.064 and FW Ordinance #12156-Sec 16.459-462 (Sep 12, 1995). An owner, manager, operator or other attendant in charge shall maintain the pools, spas, bathhouses and the surroundings in a sanitary condition at all times.
The deck/deck surfaces of the pool, spa, their component parts or bathhouse and its surroundings are not maintained in good repair. DECK DRAIN GRATES ARE DAMAGED.
Corrective action: Maintain the deck/deck surfaces pool, spa, their component parts or bathhouse and its surroundings in good repair at all times.
- Suction Outlets and Return Inlets
TSSP&S 265.190 (Eff Oct 1, 1999) - Suction Outlets and Return Inlets, pages 37 - 41; TDSPSPC 337.81 (Eff Jun 13, 1965). All suction outlets and return inlets shall be designed, constructed, installed, maintained and operated to comply with all applicable provisions of the City of Fort Worth Ordinances and the State Standard.
A spare main drain cover is not available on the property.
Corrective action: A spare A112 approved drain cover must be available at the facility.
- Operation and Management
TSSP&S 265.203 (Eff Oct 1, 1999) - Operation and Management, pages 64 - 66 and FW Ordinance #12156-Sec 16.459-462 (Sep 12, 1995). Pool/spa operators and managers shall operate and manage all pools and spas to comply with City of Fort Worth Ordinances and the State Standard.
At least one Nationally Accredited or Trained pool/spa operator is not available.
Corrective action: Pools and spas shall be maintained under the supervision and direction of a Nationally Accredited or Trained pool/spa operator who is responsible for the sanitation, safety and proper maintenance of the pool/spa and all physical and mechanical equipment and records.
- COMMENT:
FOUNTAIN DID NOT HAVE VAC ALERT. MAINT DID SHUT OFF PUMP AND IS DRAINING FOUNTAIN. NEED SIGNAGE STATING NO PLAYING/NO SWIMMING IN FOUNTAIN. NEED TO BE MINIMUM OF 4 INCHES. ALSO NEED A NO DIVING IN FOUNTAIN WITH 4 IN LETTERS. PLEASE CALL WHEN VAC ALERT IS INSTALLED FOR PROPER VERIFICATION BEFORE OPENING.
- Water Quality Recording
TSSP&S 265.204 (Eff Oct 1, 1999) - Water Quality, pages 36 - 39 and FW Ordinance #12156-Sec 16.459-462 (Sep 12, 1995). Pool/spa operators and managers shall maintain the quality of water in all pools and spas to comply with City of Fort Worth Ordinances and the State Standard.
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Shared Inspection | 07/14/2010 | 100 |
- CLOSURE NOTICE
You are hereby notified that you must take immediate action to close your pool to the public until appropriate corrective actions are taken to safeguard the public from hazards detailed above in this report.
Serious health violations were identified during today's health inspection. You must close your pool immediately to the public until appropriate corrective actions are completed.
Corrective action: Before the facility named in this report can reopen for swimming pool/spa operations to the public, the owner/operator must take immediate corrective action to correct identified hazards and request a re-inspection by a Code Compliance Consumer Health Specialist. A fee of $125.00 will be required before any re-inspection may be conducted. Payment shall be made at 1800 University Dr. Room 219, Fort Worth, TX 76107 or by phone at 817-871-7255. Each re-inspection will require the fee be paid prior to the Consumer Health Specialists return. The closed pool/spa must meet minimum standards before it can be re-opened.
- Water Quality Violation
TSSP&S 265.204 (Eff Oct 1, 1999) - Water Quality, pages 66 - 67 and FW Ordinance #12156-Sec 16.459-462 (Sep 12, 1995). Pool/spa operators and managers shall maintain the quality of water in all pools and spas to comply with City of Fort Worth Ordinances and the State Standard.
Operational records of tests results are not maintained. Current free available chlorine level is___________________ ppm. Required level for Chlorine-Free Available (pool) is 1.0 - 8.0 ppm and is not met. NOT TESTED BECAUSE WATER IS CLOUDY-SCHOCKED. Current pH level is___________________. Required level for pH is 7.0 - 7.8 and is not met. NOT TESTED BECAUSE WATER IS CLOUDY-SHOCKED. Current turbidity prevents visibility of main drain. Required level for turbidity is clear visibility and is not met.
Corrective action: When tests are required, operational records of tests results shall be maintained for two years and shall be made available to the Director or his/her representative upon request. Required water level for Chlorine-Free Available (pool) is 1.0 - 8.0 ppm. Water quality requirements in pools and spas shall meet standards detailed in figure 25 TAC, Section 265.204(a) of TDH Standards for Swimming Pools and Spas. Required water level for pH is 7.0 - 7.8. Water quality requirements in pools and spas shall meet standards detailed in figure 25 TAC, Section 265.204(a) of TDH Standards for Swimming Pools and Spas. Required water level for turbidity is clear visibility. Water quality requirements in pools and spas shall meet standards detailed in figure 25 TAC, Section 265.204(a) of TDH Standards for Swimming Pools and Spas.
- Circulation System
TSSP&S 265.187 (Eff Oct 1, 1999) - Circulation System, pages 33-35; TDSPSPC 337.66 (Eff Jun 13, 1965) and FW Ordinance #12156-Sec 16.459-462 (Sep 12, 1995). All circulation systems shall be designed, constructed, installed, maintained and operated to comply with all applicable provisions of the City of Fort Worth Ordinances and the State Standard.
A pump suction (vacuum) gauge is not provided. A filter outlet pressure gauge is not installed on the piping. The rate of flow meter is not properly maintained.
Corrective action: A pump suction (vacuum) gauge shall be installed as close to the suction side of the pump as possible without sacrificing accuracy. A filter outlet pressure gauge shall be installed on the piping. A rate of flow meter shall be properly maintained to accurately (plus or minus 10%) indicate the rate of flow through the filter in gallons per minute.
- Surface Skimming & Perimeter Overflow (Gutter) Systems
TSSP&S 265.191 (Eff Oct 1, 1999) - Surface Skimming & Perimeter Overflow (Gutter) Systems, pages 41 & 42; TDSPSPC 337.84-85 (Eff Jun 13, 1965). Surface overflow devices in new pools shall be designed, constructed, installed, maintained and operated to comply with all applicable provisions of the City of Fort Worth Ordinances and the State Standard.
Skimmers, weirs, covers or overflow devices are not properly installed. WEIRS MISSING. Skimmer baskets are not properly cleaned and maintained in a sanitary and functional manner.
Corrective action: Skimmers, weirs, covers or overflow devices shall be properly installed. REPLACE WEIRS. Skimmer baskets shall be properly cleaned and maintained in a sanitary and functional manner.
- Waste Water Disposal
TSSP&S 265.196 (Eff Oct 1, 1999) - Waste Water Disposal, page 48; TDSPSPC 337.77 (Eff Jun 13, 1965) and FW Ordinance #12156-Sec 16.459-462 (Sep 12, 1995). Waste water shall be released in compliance with TCEQ requirements, City of Fort Worth Ordinances and the State Standard.
BACKWASH OVERFLOWS.
Corrective action: ENSURE BACKWASH HAS PROPER GAP WITHOUT SPLASH-OUT/OVERFLOW. MAKE SURE THAT THE BACKWASH LINE IS NOT CAUSING RAW SEWAGE OVERFLOW OBSERVED AT LEASE OFFICE CLEAN-OUT.
- Handholds Specific Safety Features
TSSP&S 265.199 (Eff Oct 1, 1999) - Specific Safety Features, pages 52 - 60; TDSPSPC 337.80,TDSPSPC 337.93,TDSPSPC 337.96 (Eff Jun 13, 1965) and FW Ordinance #12156-Sec 16.459-462 (Sep 12, 1995). Safety features and equipment shall be designed, constructed, installed and maintained to comply with all applicable provisions of City of Fort Worth Ordinances and the State Standard.
Properly designed "WARNING-NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY" sign is not provided. Overhead or underwater lighting is not safely or properly maintained. UNABLE TO TEST GFCI'S Pools/spas are not provided with properly designed or adequate handholds or railings. HANDRAIL IS LOOSE.
Corrective action: At pools where no lifeguard is provided, a securely mounted sign which is readily visible to swimmers with the warning words "WARNING-NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY" with letters at least four inches high shall be placed in plain view. The sign will also state in letters at least two inches high "CHILDREN SHOULD NOT USE POOL WITHOUT ADULT SUPERVISION". Overhead or underwater lighting shall be maintained safely and according to standards. NEED TO BE ABLE TO TEST GFCI'S FOR POOL LIGHTS. Pools/spas shall be provided with handholds such as coping, rope, railing, ledge or deck along top edge of pool which provides slip-resistant surfaces. Pools/spas shall be provided with ladders, stairs or seat ledges that comply with handhold requirements and state standards. SECURE HANDRAIL.
- Suction Outlets and Return Inlets
TSSP&S 265.190 (Eff Oct 1, 1999) - Suction Outlets and Return Inlets, pages 37 - 41; TDSPSPC 337.81 (Eff Jun 13, 1965). All suction outlets and return inlets shall be designed, constructed, installed, maintained and operated to comply with all applicable provisions of the City of Fort Worth Ordinances and the State Standard.
A spare main drain cover is not available on the property. A safety vacuum release system has not been installed to prevent entrapment. NEED TO ENSURE PROPERLY INSTALLED VAC-ALERTS. UNABLE TO TEST DUE TO INSTALLATION.
Corrective action: A spare A112 approved drain cover must be available at the facility. Spas and pools that are 4 feet deep or less at the main drain and that have covers or grates that measure less than 24 inches diagonally, must install a SVRS. ENSURE VAC-ALERTS PROPERLY INSTALLED AND TESTABLE PRIOR TO OPEN POOL.
- Electrical Requirements
TSSP&S 265.192 (Eff Oct 1, 1999) - Electrical Requirements, pages 43 - 45; TDSPSPC 337.93 (Eff Jun 13, 1965)and FW Ordinance #12156-Sec 16.459-462 (Sep 12, 1995). All electrical components shall be designed, constructed, installed, maintained and operated to comply with all applicable provisions of the City of Fort Worth Ordinances and the State Standard.
Electrical equipment or components are not installed properly.
Corrective action: All electrical equipment and electrical components shall be installed according to City of Fort Worth electrical codes and to meet the manufacturer's specifications. ENSURE PUMP GROUNDED AND GFCI'S FOR POOL LIGHTS OPERABLE.
- Pool Yard Enclosures
TSSP&S 265.200 (Eff Oct 1, 1999) - Pool Yard Enclosures, pages 60 - 62 and FW Ordinance #12156-Sec 16.459-462 (Sep 12, 1995). Pool yard enclosures shall be designed, constructed, installed and maintained to comply with all applicable provisions of City of Fort Worth Ordinances and the State Standard.
Adequate enclosure is not provided. FENCE IS NOT AT LEAST 48 INCHES IN ENTIRETY. THERE IS AN AREA NEAR BRICK WALL EAST END THAT IS ONLY 45 INCHES IN HEIGHT.
Corrective action: The enclosure for new Class A & B pools which may include a fence, portion of a building, wall or other durable enclosure not associated with private premises shall have a minimum effective perpendicular height of six (6) feet measured from the outside of the fence, shall not be readily climbable or have vertical members more than four (4) inches apart and all openings in the barriers shall be equipped with gates or doors which are directly supervised or locked to prevent unauthorized entry. ENSURE GFCI BOXES NEAR FENCE ARE NOT CLIMBABLE.
- Fort Worth Ordinance
Weekly inspection of Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter not recorded. Weekly inspection of Pool yard enclosure and gates are not recorded. Operational records of emergency telephone test results are not maintained. Nationally Accredited/Trained pool/spa operator certificate not prominently posted.
Corrective action: Inspection of working Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter for pool/spa equipment shall be tested and recorded at least one time per week and be made available to the Director or his/her representative upon request. Condition of Pool yard enclosure and gates shall be inspected and recorded weekly and be made available to the Director or his/her representative upon request. Emergency Telephone operation shall be tested and recorded monthly and be made available to the Director or his/her representative upon request. Provide proof of having a Nationally Accredited or Trained pool/spa operator by posting prominently their current and valid certificate.
- Operation and Management
TSSP&S 265.203 (Eff Oct 1, 1999) - Operation and Management, pages 64 - 66 and FW Ordinance #12156-Sec 16.459-462 (Sep 12, 1995). Pool/spa operators and managers shall operate and manage all pools and spas to comply with City of Fort Worth Ordinances and the State Standard.
At least one Nationally Accredited or Trained pool/spa operator is not available.
Corrective action: Pools and spas shall be maintained under the supervision and direction of a Nationally Accredited or Trained pool/spa operator who is responsible for the sanitation, safety and proper maintenance of the pool/spa and all physical and mechanical equipment and records.
- COMMENT:
RECOMMENDATION TO POST A SIGN STATING "NO PLAYING/SWIMMING IN FOUNTAIN." NONCOMPLIANT SHELL OF HOT TUB OBSERVED AND IS UNCOVERED.
Corrective action: ENSURE "POOL CLOSED" SIGNS REMAIN POSTED AND GATES LOCKED UNTIL POOL IS IN COMPLIANCE AND REINSPECTED BY HEALTH AUTHORITY. RECOMMENDATION TO POST A SIGN STATING "NO PLAYING/SWIMMING IN FOUNTAIN." REMOVE OR PROPERLY COVER THE HOT TUB DUE TO NONCOMPLIANCE.
- Pool & Spa Operation and Maintenance
Texas Health & Safety Code - Minimum Standards of Sanitation & Health Protection, Chapter 341.064 and FW Ordinance #12156-Sec 16.459-462 (Sep 12, 1995). An owner, manager, operator or other attendant in charge shall maintain the pools, spas, bathhouses and the surroundings in a sanitary condition at all times.
The deck/deck surfaces of the pool, spa, their component parts or bathhouse and its surroundings are not maintained in good repair. THE BRICK AROUND THE FOUNTAIN IS DAMAGED AND THERE IS CLEAR GLASS INSIDE THE POOL ENCLOSURE.
Corrective action: Maintain the deck/deck surfaces pool, spa, their component parts or bathhouse and its surroundings in good repair at all times. REPAIR DAMAGED BRICKS AND ELIMINATE GLASS-ENSURE SIGN STATES "NO GLASS" ALLOWED.
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Regular Inspection | 06/23/2009 | 100 |
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