54demerits
SHERATON CHARLOTTE AIRPORT HOTEL
3315 SCOTT FUTRELL DR, Charlotte, NC 28208
Year-Round Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060530029
Latest result54 demerits
Last inspectedOct 12, 2026
Inspections on record27
On record sinceAug 1, 2013
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Aug 1, 2013Lower is betterOct 12, 2026
Inspections & violations
Oct 12, 2026 54 demerits · 16 violations
Inspector comments: 15 - Rusted screws connecting body hook to pole. Replace screws within 30 days.
Note: Equalizers expire 3/30/2027. Paperwork shows plugged behind equalizer; however, no pictures provided. If plugged, provide picture of EQ lines plugged.
Immediate Suspension issued for:
.2535 - maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8
.2530 - emergency phone inoperable.
Pool Closed sign posted while onsite. Brian Moffitt present during the inspection.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
Pool pH at 7.0. Operator added chemicals to raise pH during the inspection. Did not verify due to phone in disrepair. Ensure pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Immediate Suspension issued.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Records missing from some days in July and August. Ensure daily record keeping for chlorine, pH and main drain checks. Temperature not recorded. Record daily.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some algae around bases of ladders in outdoor area. Monitor/address as needed. Keep pool clean.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Indoor ladder missing end cap and loose. Keep in good repair and provide end cap to prevent damage to pool plaster on wall.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Double doors to elevator area not latching. Repair doors to self-close, self-latch.
.2528 Pool fencing does not meet rule requirements. Pool built prior to 2010. Observed >4" between horizontals. Perimeter fence on indoor at 42" in height with footholds. Perimeter gates swing into pool. Gates with horizontals at >30" meeting code exception requirement at 30" to 45" between horizontals since pre-2010. Exterior barrier with decorative features that provide footholds. Outdoor portion of pool contains separate gate that also does not meet code requirements. Gate leads to additional space which is fenced in with barrier that does not meet code requirements. See reference above. Gate is locked shut. Main gate entry into pool area leads into pool deck due to handicap ramp and handicap accessibility.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Standing water with algae/debris build-up at indoor deck near entry to pool at steps and deck drain. Also at outdoor pool by body hook. Keep deck free of slip hazards.
Deck damage near building and emergency phone. Outside of required deck space. Repair deck.
Some pieces of coping cracked. No offsets >1/2" or sharp edges. Repair coping.
#21 · Premises: pool and deck lighting provided at pools that operate at night −4
One light burnt out (middle light) in outdoor area. Repair light.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Phone not operable or connecting to 911. Phone shall connect with 911. 911 operator shall have correct address and phone number. Could not verify. Phone number and address posted shall match 911. Phone shall either answer automatically or audibly ring when phone number dialed. Immediate Suspension issued.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
No flow meter on chlorinator. Original construction. If repaired/replaced, install per NSF requirements.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter for indoor pool not operable. Stuck. Flow shall be limited at 20 gpm due to number of returns.
Leak at pipe elbow for indoor skimmer. Repair leak.
One spare pump basket provided. Provide for both pumps.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Conduit line from outdoor area leaking water into pump room. Keep pump room floor dry.
Chemicals stored in storage room near gym. No ventilation. Pool built without chemical storage room.
Plumbing re-plumbed to provide more room around pumps. 3 ft. clearance not provided around equipment. Provide 3 ft clearance around equipment.
#26 · Equipment room: valves and pipes identified by color codes or labels −2
New plumbing in pump room to provide more space around pumps. Plumbing not labeled. Clearly identify with color codes or labels.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
No air gap at backwash line to pit. Provide air gap. New plumbing. Air gap not installed.
#28 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: bathhouse or rest rooms accessible; shower sign posted −2
No shower sign. Post shower sign visible upon entry to the pool.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
One restroom without soap. Provide soap in restrooms.
#33 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: hose bibbs and floor drains provided −2
No hose bib and floor drain in restrooms. Original construction. Provide hose bib and floor drain.
Feb 26, 2026 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: OSV to pool to reinstate permit. Phone corrected to dial out to 911. New phone number posted. Number tested to call back to Kings III phone. Permit reinstated.
Warning signage provided outside and furniture moved from behind pillar.
Immediate Suspension lifted. Brian Moffitt present during the inspection.
PERMIT RESTRICTION: INDOOR PUMP (342002) MUST REMAIN AT 20 GPM WITH OPERABLE FLOW METER DUE TO RETURN NUMBER RESTRICTION.
INDOOR/OUTDOOR POOL.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 17, 2026 46 demerits · 12 violations
Inspector comments: Brian Moffitt present during the inspection.
Immediate Suspension issued for phone.
.2535 - phone not connecting to 911.
Once corrected, contact Katie to schedule a return visit to reopen the pool. Pool Closed sign posted while onsite.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some algae on step ladders outside. Keep walls/fixtures in good repair and free of slip hazards. Algae in corners of ladder rungs and not on tread.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
One ladder (indoor) missing end cap bumper on ladder. Replace to eliminate damage to plaster.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Outdoor throw rope tangled. Corrected during the inspection.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2528 Pool fencing does not meet rule requirements. Pool built prior to 2010. Observed >4" between horizontals. Perimeter fence on indoor at 42" in height with footholds. Perimeter gates swing into pool. Gates with horizontals at >30" meeting code exception requirement at 30" to 45" between horizontals since pre-2010. Exterior barrier with decorative features that provide footholds. Outdoor portion of pool contains separate gate that also does not meet code requirements. Gate leads to additional space which is fenced in with barrier that does not meet code requirements. See reference above. Gate is locked shut. Main gate entry into pool area leads into pool deck due to handicap ramp and handicap accessibility.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Some algae on pool deck around 3 ft. depth marker (indoor). Keep decking free of algae.
Some damage to coping on left side of pool near pillar (indoor). Offsets not greater than 1/2". Recommend patching.
Pool furniture directly behind pillar. Furniture shall not be located on pool deck behind decorative features so that any part of the interior of the pool is blocked.
#18 · Premises: lifeguards present or warning signs posted −4
Warning sign missing from exterior pool area. Provide "Warning - No Lifeguard on Duty" in 4" lettering.
#21 · Premises: pool and deck lighting provided at pools that operate at night −4
One outdoor perimeter pool light burnt out. Replaced during the inspection.
Pool due for night swimming renewal. A site visit will be made week of March 9th for verification prior to sunrise.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Phone not operable. Phone not connecting to 911. Phone shall connect to 911. 911 shall have the correct address and phone number. Phone shall audibly ring or answer automatically when number dialed. Immediate suspension issued.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
No flow meter on chlorinator. Original construction. If repaired/replaced, install per NSF requirements.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter for indoor pool stuck. Permit restriction that flow meter must remain operable, reading no greater than 20 gpm due to return number restriction. Repair flow meter so operable with flow reading 20 gpm. Operator replaced flow meter while onsite; however, will verify on return visit to reopen the pool. Repeat issue with flow meter.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Pump room floor wet due to leak at one of the boilers. Equipment does not appear to be leaking. Keep pump room floor dry.
#33 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: hose bibbs and floor drains provided −2
No hose bib and floor drain in restrooms. Original construction. Provide hose bib and floor drain.
Aug 6, 2025 52 demerits · 13 violations
Inspector comments: 15 - Ring buoy grab rope on outdoor ring buoy starting to degrade from weathering. Replace with USCG approved within 30 days.
.2524/.2537 - one outdoor light burnt out. Replace for night swimming approval.
.2518 - flow meter for indoor pool stuck. Repair so reading 20 gpm. Keep operational.
Tom Flagg present during the inspection.
Note: Indoor body hook with screw ends facing into interior of body hook. Recommend switching so that ends face outwards.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
Pool pH at 7.0. Corrected during the inspection to 7.2.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Several days missing records in June and May. Most days, records maintained. Ensure daily record keeping for chlorine, pH and main drain checks.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some algae around ladder end caps. Continue to address algae grown. Keep walls clean and good repair. Treat as needed.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Water level low. Skimmers not pulling water. Operator turned on fill line during the inspection. Keep water level so that skimmers may function per NSF requirement.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Outdoor deep end ladder loose. Keep ladders secure.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2528 Pool fencing does not meet rule requirements. Pool built prior to 2010. Observed >4" between horizontals. Perimeter fence on indoor at 42" in height with footholds. Perimeter gates swing into pool. Gates with horizontals at >30" meeting code exception requirement at 30" to 45" between horizontals since pre-2010. Exterior barrier with decorative features that provide footholds. Outdoor portion of pool contains separate gate that also does not meet code requirements. Gate leads to additional space which is fenced in with barrier that does not meet code requirements. See reference above. Gate is locked shot. Main gate entry into pool area leads into pool deck due to handicap ramp and handicap accessibility.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Some damage to coping on both indoor and outdoor. Offsets not >1/2" and are not sharp at time of inspection. Continue to monitor. May require repair in the future if worsens.
#18 · Premises: lifeguards present or warning signs posted −4
Pool rules signage damaged on outdoor pool deck. Replaced during the inspection.
#21 · Premises: pool and deck lighting provided at pools that operate at night −4
One light burnt out on outdoor deck. Replace light for night swimming approval. Intent to Suspend issued.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Address misspelled with incorrect phone number posted. Previously struck through and written in with sharpie marker. Re-written during inspection. Recommend replacing with new label for address and phone number so it does not fade.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
No flow meter on chlorinator. Original construction. If repaired/replaced, install per NSF requirements.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter for indoor pool stuck. Permit restriction that flow meter must remain operable, reading no greater than 20 gpm due to return number restriction. Repair flow meter so operable with flow reading 20 gpm. Intent to Suspend issued.
#33 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: hose bibbs and floor drains provided −2
No hose bib and floor drain in restrooms. Original construction. Provide hose bib and floor drain.
Feb 12, 2025 36 demerits · 11 violations
Inspector comments: 22 - Emergency phone cutting in and out with Kings III. Was able to verify address and phone number with Kings III; however faint. When number posted dialed, phone picks up but can't hear EHS talking back through phone. Given one week to have Kings III service phone. 911 shall be clearly audible. Phone, when number dialed, shall automatically answer so that 911 can talk back through phone if needed.
Intent to Suspend issued for the following:
.2518 - provide spare pump basket for outdoor pump.
.2528 - main entry gate shall self-close, self-latch.
.2535 - maintain daily record keeping for chlorine, pH and main drain checks; weekly record keeping for total alkalinity and cyanuric acid.
.2537 - repair perimeter lighting for night swimming approval.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
No records maintained since pool closed since October. Maintain daily record keeping for chlorine, pH and main drain checks. Weekly record keeping for cyanuric acid and total alkalinity. Intent to Suspend issued.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some debris on outdoor pool floor. Keep pool clean.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladders in outdoor pool loose. Tighten/secure ladders.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Main gate entry with gate not fully closing. Repair gate to self-close, self, latch. Intent to Suspend issued.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Coping beginning to crack/chip in some places on outdoor pool. No offsets >1/2". Monitor and repair if worsens.
#21 · Premises: pool and deck lighting provided at pools that operate at night −4
Three lights around pool outside not operable. Repair lights for night swimming approval. Intent to Suspend issued.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
No flow meter on chlorinator. Original construction. If repaired/replaced, install per NSF requirements.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
No spare pump basket for outdoor pool pump. Provide spare pump basket. Intent to suspend issued.
Small leak at main drain line for indoor at valve. Repair leak.
#26 · Equipment room: valves and pipes identified by color codes or labels −2
Labeling on piping in pump room faded off. Relabeled during the inspection.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
Backwash pit backing up during backwash. Pit shall be capable of flow. Operator plunged the drain and decreased flow of water for backwash to eliminate overflow.
#33 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: hose bibbs and floor drains provided −2
No hose bib and floor drain in restrooms. Original construction. Provide hose bib and floor drain.
Sep 16, 2024 42 demerits · 11 violations
Inspector comments: Immediate Suspension issued for .2530 - Emergency phone not operable.
Ronald Smith present during the inspection.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Some days missing from log in July and August. Previous CPO left property. New operator onsite. Records maintained as needed.
CPO must visit property daily to maintain the swimming pool. Provide documentation for new CPO and make arrangements for daily site visits by CPO.
DPD-2 reagent expired. Provide replacement reagent.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some algae around base of ladders in pool. Continue to monitor and treat as needed.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Some insects/debris in skimmer baskets. Keep clean.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
Ft on (2) 3 ft. depth markers inside with T faded. Provide depth markers clearly visible on pool deck.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
6.5" from pool wall to ladder rung on indoor pool ladder. Maintain 3" to 6" from ladder rung to pool wall.
One ladder missing end cap on ladder. Replace fitting to ensure no damage to pool plaster.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2528 Pool fencing does not meet rule requirements. Pool built prior to 2010. Observed >4" between horizontals. Perimeter fence on indoor at 42" in height with footholds. Perimeter gates swing into pool. Gates with horizontals at >30" meeting code exception requirement at 30" to 45" between horizontals since pre-2010. Exterior barrier with decorative features that provide footholds. Outdoor portion of pool contains separate gate that also does not meet code requirements. Gate leads to additional space which is fenced in with barrier that does not meet code requirements. See reference above. Gate is locked shot.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Some minor damage to deck coating at entry area to pool. Continue to monitor. May require repair in future if worsens.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Emergency phone not connecting to 911. Phone shall connect to 911 with correct address and phone number listed with 911. Phone shall be capable of callback so that phone automatically answers or audibly rings with phone number is dialed. Immediate Suspension issued.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
No flow meter on chlorinator. Original construction. If repaired/replaced, install per NSF requirements.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Both flow meters not operable. Required for indoor pool pump - 342002. Permit Restriction - Pump must remain set at 20 gpm with operable flow meter.
#33 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: hose bibbs and floor drains provided −2
No hose bib and floor drain in restrooms. Original construction. Provide hose bib and floor drain.
Jan 31, 2024 28 demerits · 9 violations
Inspector comments: Intent to Suspend issued for:
.2524/.2537 - repair light for night swimming approval on exterior light.
Todd Woodard present during the inspection. Also, spoke with management pertaining to repair of the gate.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
No temperature logs for several days in January and December. Ensure daily record keeping for temperature.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Both ladders loose. Keep tightened and secure.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2528 Pool fencing does not meet rule requirements. Pool built prior to 2010. Observed >4" between horizontals. Perimeter fence on indoor at 42" in height with footholds. Perimeter gates swing into pool. Gates with horizontals at >30" meeting code exception requirement at 30" to 45" between horizontals since pre-2010. Exterior barrier with decorative features that provide footholds.
Per pool operator gates are ADA access gates. Pool gates prior to 2010. Per operator, battery back-up installed at gates. One gate leads to handicap ramp for ADA accessibility. One gate leads to step and leads into pool. Gate shall swing away from the swimming pool and self-close, self-latch. Provide documentation that gate with steps is required for egress to swing into the pool. If not, gate shall be repaired prior to May 1, 2024 operating permit. Discussed with operator and manager the following: 1) Changing gate swing and hinges so that gate swings away from the pool. 2) Eliminating gate by permanently disabling of ok'd by fire department. 3) Changing latching mechanism to magna-latch and change gate swing away from the swimming pool. Ensure magna-latch at 54" from ground.
Outdoor portion of pool contains separate gate that also does not meet code requirements. Gate leads to additional space which is fenced in with barrier that does not meet code requirements. See reference above. Gate is locked shot.
#21 · Premises: pool and deck lighting provided at pools that operate at night −4
One light not operable closest to emergency phone. Pool approved for night swimming. Repair light. Photograph documentation ok once repaired. Intent to Suspend issued.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
Multiple leaks at chlorinator on inlet and outlet line. Repair leak.
No flow meter on chlorinator. Original construction. If repaired/replaced, install per NSF requirements.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Small leak around top of outdoor filter. Repair leak.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Piping run across floor in pump room for equipment. Ensure 3 ft. clearance around equipment. Original construction.
.2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump room.
Floor wet in pump room due to leak at chlorinator and outdoor filter. Keep dry.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Could not verify mirrors as shatterproof in restrooms. Ensure shatterproof mirrors provided.
#33 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: hose bibbs and floor drains provided −2
No hose bib and floor drain in restrooms. Original construction. Provide hose bib and floor drain.
Oct 24, 2023 18 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Todd Woodard present during the inspection.
Intent to Suspend issued for
.2518 - flow meter not operable. Maintain at 20 gpm flow for flow restriction.
Given 30 days to provide documentation on gate or must be repaired.
Replace indoor ring buoy with new USCG approved ring buoy. If rope replaced, required at 30 ft. Throw rope replacement not required at time of inspection.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2528 Pool fencing does not meet rule requirements. Pool built prior to 2010. Observed >4" between horizontals. Perimeter fence on indoor at 42" in height with footholds. Perimeter gates swing into pool.
Per pool operator gates are ADA access gates. Pool gates prior to 2010. Per operator, battery back-up installed at gates. One gate leads to handicap ramp for ADA accessibility. One gate leads to step and leads into pool. Gate shall swing away from the swimming pool and self-close, self-latch. Provide documentation that gate with steps is required for egress to swing into the pool. If not, gate shall be repaired prior to May 1, 2024 operating permit.
Outdoor portion of pool contains separate gate that also does not meet code with same observations.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Some sealant on decking chipping up. Continue to monitor. May require repair in the future if worsens.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
Leak at chlorinator valve. Repair leak.
No flow meter on chlorinator. Original construction. If repaired/replaced, install per NSF requirements.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter not operational on indoor pump. Required flow restriction at 20 gpm. Could not verify flow. Replace flow meter with operable flow meter. Intent to Suspend issued.
#33 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: hose bibbs and floor drains provided −2
No hose bib and floor drain in restrooms. Original construction. Provide hose bib and floor drain.
Mar 21, 2023 34 demerits · 10 violations
Inspector comments: 15 - Outside ring buoys with grab ropes degrading. Replace with new USCG approved buoys prior to 30-day ITS.
Lights verified during inspection. No changes from original approval. Re-certified for night swimming approval 3/21/2026.
Intent to Suspend issued for:
.2530 - provide pool rules signage stating no pets and "Children should not use the swimming pool without adult supervision".
.2537 - repair deck where chipping at tie in to deck/coping
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Log book missing dates from January and February. Operator stated pool was closed. Ensure daily record keeping or notate in log book that pool is closed.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
One weir missing from outdoor skimmer. Replace weir.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
7" from pool wall to ladder rung on indoor pool ladder. Maintain 3" to 6" from ladder rung to pool wall.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
One outdoor return fitting missing "eyeball". Provide fittings for uniform flow throughout pool.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2528 Pool fencing does not meet rule requirements. Pool built prior to 2010. Observed >4" between horizontals. Perimeter fence on indoor at 42" in height with footholds. Perimeter gates swing into pool. Per pool operator gates are ADA access gates. Pool gates prior to 2010. Per operator, battery back-up installed at gates. Outdoor portion of pool contains separate gate that also does not meet code with same observations.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
New decking in place where areas with severe cracking/chipping was observed previously. Observed crack/chipping deck at coping/deck tie in near 5 ft. Repair decking. Intent to Suspend issued.
#19 · Premises: signs prohibit glass containers or pets in pool area −4
Pool rules signage missing from outdoor pool deck. Provide no pets and "Children should not use the swimming pool without adult supervision" in 1" lettering. Intent to Suspend issued.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
No flow meter on chlorinator. Original construction. If repaired/replaced, install per NSF requirements.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Piping run across floor in pump room for equipment. Ensure 3 ft. clearance around equipment. Original construction.
.2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump room.
#33 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: hose bibbs and floor drains provided −2
No hose bib and floor drain in restrooms. Original construction. Provide hose bib and floor drain.
Sep 29, 2022 34 demerits · 9 violations
Inspector comments: 15 - Grab rope on outdoor ring buoys starting to degrade. Requires replacement prior to 2023 operating permit.
Intent to Suspend issued for the following:
.2518 - operable flow meter/meeting permit restriction of # of returns
.2528 - repair fitness room door to self-latch
.2537 - repair decking on inside and outside of deck where needed
Permit Restriction:
1) Flow meter must remain operable with flow at 20 gpm due to restriction in number of returns. Pump must remain set at 1400 rpm until flow meter operable.
Todd Woodard present during the inspection. In-field plan review and new pdsc form filled out during the inspection.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
No temperature logs. Per operator, heater was just turned on in last week. Maintain daily record keeping for temperature once heater is in use.
#6 · Submerged suction outlets meet ASME/ANSI A112.19.8-2007. Single drains protected. (.2537, .2539) GPM= ____Field verification complete=____ −6
New pump installed. Did not submit in-field plan review application. Numbers run during inspection. Limiting factor is # of returns. Flow meter was not operable at time of inspection. Pump turned down to the lowest rpm setting at 1400 rpm with a max flow of 40 gpm and design appears to be about 15 gpm. Flow meter required operable with max flow at 20 gpm due to return number restriction. Return visit required to verify after flow meter is repaired. Electrical permit - e4200152. Return visit will be made on 10/12 to verify flow meter setting and operable.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
One outdoor skimmer missing weir. Replace weir.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
One outdoor ladder loose. Keep ladders in good repair.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Door to fitness room not self-latching. Repair to self-latch. Intent to Suspend issued.
.2528 Pool fencing does not meet rule requirements. Pool built prior to 2010. Observed >4" between horizontals. Perimeter fence on indoor at 42" in height with footholds. Perimeter gates swing into pool. Per pool operator gates are ADA access gates. Pool gates prior to 2010. Per operator, battery back-up installed at gates. Outdoor portion of pool contains separate gate that also does not meet code with same observations.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Some damage to decking on outside deck and also inside near the 3 ft. depth marker. Keep decking in good repair. Repair where needed. Intent to Suspend issued. Deck requires permanent repair prior to 2023 operating season.
Some standing water to left of step handrail near drain. When deck repaired, ensure no standing water.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
No flow meter on chlorinator. Original construction. If repaired/replaced, install per NSF requirements.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter not operable. Required operable due to permit restriction. RPM setting must be set so that flow meter reads 20 gpm. Ensure flow meter is installed correctly with 5x pipe diameter on inlet side and 2x pipe diameter on outlet for a Blue White flow meter. Intent to Suspend issued.
#33 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: hose bibbs and floor drains provided −2
No hose bib and floor drain in restrooms. Original construction. Provide hose bib and floor drain.
Mar 28, 2022 36 demerits · 10 violations
Inspector comments: Tom Woodard, CPO, present during the inspection.
Note equalizers expire on April 1. New equalizers are required with updated PDSC form by April 1 or permit will be suspended. Your old PDSC form can be found on our website at http://meckpools.charmeck.org.
Intent to Suspend issued for expired reagents and deck damage and rusted screws on deck.
Lights verified operational for night swimming approval.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Multiple test reagents expired. Replace expired reagents. Intent to Suspend issued.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some debris on pool floor. Keep pool clean.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
One weir missing from outdoor skimmer. Replace weir.
Some minor damage to skimmer basket at skimmer closest to emergency phone. Continue to monitor and replace as needed.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
End caps missing from multiple ladders. Replace end caps.
Ladder in deep end loose. Tighten.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2528 Pool fencing does not meet rule requirements. Pool built prior to 2010. Observed >4" between horizontals. Perimeter fence on indoor at 42" in height with footholds. Perimeter gates swing into pool. Per pool operator gates are ADA access gates. Pool gates prior to 2010. Per operator, battery back-up installed at gates. Outdoor portion of pool contains separate gate that also does not meet code with same observations.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Damage to deck in two locations outside and three locations inside. Repair decking where needed. Intent to Suspend issued.
Rusted screws on one deck drain. Replace screw drains. Intent to Suspend issued.
Some standing water on floor near entry to indoor pool. Floor shall be sloped to drain. Monitor standing water so that it does not become a slip hazard.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Phone number posted did not match 911. Corrected and verified during the inspection.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
No flow meter on chlorinator. Original construction. If repaired/replaced, install per NSF requirements.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Pump room floor wet due to leak at boiler. Keep floor dry due to electrical equipment in pump room.
#33 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: hose bibbs and floor drains provided −2
No hose bib and floor drain in restrooms. Original construction. Provide hose bib and floor drain.
Sep 29, 2021 34 demerits · 9 violations
Inspector comments: 15 - One ring buoy with grab rope starting to degrade. Requires replacement prior to 2022 operating permit.
Intent to Suspend issued for pump basket and deck damage.
Todd Woodard present during inspection.
#6 · Submerged suction outlets meet ASME/ANSI A112.19.8-2007. Single drains protected. (.2537, .2539) GPM= ____Field verification complete=____ −6
New pump installed. Numbers run while in field and approved with new pump SF-N1-1 1/2A, 1.5 hp pump. Meets restrictions of pump room. Electrical inspection passed September 2021. New pdsc form filled out while onsite.
For any future pump changes, submit in-field plan review application with updated pdsc form.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some algae on pool walls. Continue to monitor and treat as needed.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
One skimmer weir missing on outside pool. Install weir.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder furthest from phone loose and missing end caps. Secure and replace end caps.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2528 Pool fencing does not meet rule requirements. Pool built prior to 2010. Observed >4" between horizontals. Perimeter fence on indoor at 42" in height with footholds. Perimeter gates swing into pool. Per pool operator gates are ADA access gates. Pool gates prior to 2010. Per operator, battery back-up installed at gates. Outdoor portion of pool contains separate gate that also does not meet code with same observations.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Damage to deck in two locations and sharp edge near skimmer. Repair deck. Intent to Suspend issued.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
No flow meter on chlorinator. Original construction. If repaired/replaced, install per NSF requirements.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
New pump installed. Provide spare pump basket. Intent to Suspend issued.
#33 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: hose bibbs and floor drains provided −2
No hose bib and floor drain in restrooms. Original construction. Provide hose bib and floor drain.
Apr 12, 2021 24 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: 6 - Pool has been replastered since last visit. If new drain covers and equalizer line covers installed during replaster, provide an updated PDSC form for both systems. Current expiration listed as 2022.
15 - Both ring buoys on outdoor pool deck and one ring buoy on indoor with degraded grab ropes and ropes. Provide 30 ft. rope and new USCG approved ring buoys by May 1.
22 - Emergency phone set to ring back to front desk. When number was called, front desk did not answer. Phone shall ring back to the pool deck. Given until May 1 to correct or permit will not be issued.
Intent to Suspend issued for gate self-close, self-latching; perimeter light; pool signage visibility; leak at pool pump; flow meters operable.
If items listed above are not corrected by May 1, a permit for 2021 operating season will not be issued.
23 - General Comment - No flow meter on chlorinator. Install per mfg. instructions.
Todd Woodard present during the inspection.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Outdoor skimmer baskets with debris. Keep clean. Corrected during the inspection.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Top gate does not self-latch. Repair gate to self-close, self-latch. Intent to Suspend issued.
.2528 Pool fencing does not meet rule requirements. Pool built prior to 2010. Observed >4" between horizontals. Perimeter fence on indoor at 42" in height with footholds. Perimeter gates swing into pool. Per pool operator gates are ADA access gates. Pool gates prior to 2010. Per operator, battery back-up installed at gates. Outdoor portion of pool contains separate gate that also does not meet code with same observations.
#18 · Premises: lifeguards present or warning signs posted −4
Warning no lifeguard on duty blocked by foilage outside. Correct so easily visible. Intent to Suspend issued.
#21 · Premises: pool and deck lighting provided at pools that operate at night −4
One outdoor pool perimeter light not operable. Intent to Suspend issued. Repair light for night swimming approval.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Outdoor pool pump leaking at seal. Repair leak. Standing water on pool floor. Intent to Suspend issued.
Both flow meters on indoor and outdoor return lines not operational. Repair flow meters so operable. Intent to Suspend issued.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Pump room floor wet due to leak at boiler and also pump. Keep floor dry due to electrical equipment in pump room.
#33 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: hose bibbs and floor drains provided −2
No hose bib or floor drains in restrooms. Original construction. Provide in restrooms.
Mar 16, 2020 26 demerits · 8 violations
Inspector comments: Emergency phone number listed is for front desk which is answered by automated system. Ensure emergency phone number can be directly reached by front desk person. Given 30 days to correct. Will verify on return visit.
Intent to Suspend issued for record keeping (temp), test kit, pool signage (Children should not use the swimming pool...), mirror in restroom, and pool decal.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
.2535 (11) The pool operator shall inspect the pool at least daily and maintain written records. Written records missing temperature recordings. Include temperature of pool in daily records. Intent to suspend issued.
.2535(10) Provide test kit capable of measuring disinfectant level, cyanuric acid and total alkalinity. Test kit with CYA tube with build-up. Provide new test kit. Intent to Suspend issued.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
.2514(c) Pool finish shall be white or light colored. Decal on pool floor. Operator stated that decal was used to cover up damage to plaster. Eliminate decal and repair plaster. Intent to Suspend issued.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2528 Pool fencing does not meet rule requirements. Pool built prior to 2010. Observed >4" between horizontals. Perimeter fence on indoor at 42" in height with footholds. Perimeter gates swing into pool. Per pool operator gates are ADA access gates. Pool gates prior to 2010. Per operater, battery back-up installed at gates. Outdoor portion of pool contains separate gate that also does not meet code with same observations.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
.2537(2) Decks shall be kept free of trip hazards or offsets greater than 1/2" due to deterioration or changes from original deck profile. Minor deck damage at outdoor decking. Continue to monitor to ensure it does not worsen.
#18 · Premises: lifeguards present or warning signs posted −4
.2530(c) Provide "Children should not use the swimming pool without adult supervision." in 1" lettering. Sign in outdoor pool area observed without exact wording. Provide additional sign to outdoor pool area with required wording. Intent to Suspend issued.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
.2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump room. <3 ft of clear walking space in pump room.
#26 · Equipment room: valves and pipes identified by color codes or labels −2
.2518(d) Piping and valves shall be labeled with color codes or labels. New piping installed due to leak per operator are missing labeling. Label pipes.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
.2526(k) Provide shatterproof mirrors. Mirror in restrooms not shatterproof. Provide shatterproof mirror. New mirror installed with renovation. Must meet current code. Intent to Suspend issued.
Aug 6, 2019 20 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Pool pump motor changed per operator. Ground wires not visibly connected to pumps. No permits pulled. Will refer to Code Enforcement. Permits shall be pulled by end of day on 8/8/19 or permit will be suspended.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Minor damage to skimmer basket. Replace as needed. Damage does not affect filtration.
.2518(k) Surface skimmers shall be installed per manufacturer's instructions.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder rungs >6" from pool wall.
.2521(b) Distance between wall and ladder rung shall range 3" to 6" measured from wall.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Outdoor rope length at 33 ft. Required at 30 ft. Corrected during inspection.
.2530(a) Provide ring buoy for rope 1.5 times the width of the pool or 50 ft whichever is less.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2528 Gate and fencing shall meet rule .2528. Pool fencing does not meet rule requirements. Pool built prior to 2010. Observed >4"
between horizontals. Perimeter fence on indoor at 42" in height with footholds. Perimeter gates swing into pool. Per pool operator,
gates are ADA access gates. Pool gates prior to 2010. Per operater, battery back-up installed at gates.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Minor damage to decking near skimmer by emergency phone. Continue to monitor decking. Repair as needed.
.2537(2) Decks shall be kept free of trip hazards or offsets greater than 1/2" due to deterioration or changes from original deck profile.
Deck drains are missing screws. In place but not attached.
.2537(2) Decks shall be kept free of trip hazards or offsets greater than 1/2" due to deterioration or changes from original deck profile.
Mar 20, 2019 32 demerits · 10 violations
Inspector comments: 6 - Some discoloration on main drains in indoor pool. Per manufacturer, discoloration may require drains to be replaced. Ensure intact and in good repair.
15 - Outdoor ring buoy with brittle grab rope. Replace within 30 days when Intent to Suspend items are due. Ring buoy must be USCG approved.
20 - Emergency phone located on deck is not emergency phone for 911. Emergency phone is located on pool deck outside. Signage was removed at indoor phone to identify the phone as not the emergency phone. Provide signage that clearly indicates that indoor phone is not for emergency use.
Plumbing re-plumbed due to installation of filters. Currently, one system only plumbed to one set of main drains and goes back to two returns. Clearly identify piping to indicate which piping is skimmers, main drains and returns. If different from PDSC form, resubmit pdsc form. No suction hazard with piping as skimmers were verified as suction and operating properly during inspection.
Note: Hotel restroom without floor drain or hose bib. Pool originally constructed without.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
.2537 Eliminate pinch hazards in pool. Light not flush to wall in outdoor pool area. Repair flush to wall so opening <1/2". Current pinch hazard. Light is light that was burnt out. Intent to Suspend issued.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions. Outdoor ladder loose. Keep in good repair.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2528 Gate and fencing shall meet rule .2528. Pool fencing does not meet rule requirements. Pool built prior to 2010. Observed >4" between horizontals. Perimeter fence on indoor at 42" in height with footholds. Perimeter gates swing into pool. Per pool operator, gates are ADA access gates. Pool gates prior to 2010. Per operater, battery back-up installed at gates.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
.2537(2) Decks shall be kept free of trip hazards or offsets greater than 1/2" due to deterioration or changes from original deck profile. Deck damage next to pool indoor. Repair. Intent to Suspend issued.
#18 · Premises: lifeguards present or warning signs posted −4
.2530(c) Provide "Warning - No Lifeguard on Duty" in 4" lettering. Warning No Lifeguard signage faded outside. Replace signage. Intent to Suspend issued.
#21 · Premises: pool and deck lighting provided at pools that operate at night −4
.2524(c) Illumination shall be sufficient so that the pool floor is visible at all times. One light burnt out in pool and one perimeter light burnt out. Pool hours are for Night Swimming. Night swimming is not approved until lighting is repaired. Intent to suspend issued.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
.2518(g) Keep flow meter operational. Flow meters not operational. Repair so operational. Intent to Suspend issued.
.2518(h) Provide approved pump in good repair. At least one pump leaking. Repair leaks so flooring kept dry. Intent to Suspend issued.
.2518(e) Provide a spare basket for pump. No spare pump basket for pumps. Provide spare pump basket. Intent to Suspend issued
#26 · Equipment room: valves and pipes identified by color codes or labels −2
.2518(d) Piping and valves shall be labeled with color codes or labels. Piping not clearly identified in pump room. New filters had been installed and piping re-plumbed. Clearly identify piping for indoor and outdoor. Currently piping does not correspond to what was submitted on the PDSC form. See general comment page. Intent to Suspend issued.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
.2626(i) Water in restrooms shall not exceed 110 F. Water in restrooms >120 F.
#30 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: approved water source, no cross connections −2
.2512 Provide backflow prevention devices on all hose bibs. Outdoor hose bib without backflow prevention device.
Sep 27, 2018 14 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: No hose bib or floor drain in restroom. Pool built prior to 2010 and was built without.
Intent to Suspends issued for flow meter and deck damage.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder rungs >6" from pool wall on indoor section of swimming pool. Maintain 3" to 6" between ladder rung and wall.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Pool fencing does not meet rule requirements. Pool built prior to 2010. Observed >4" between horizontals. Perimeter fence on indoor at 42" in height with footholds. Perimeter gates swing into pool. Per pool operator, gates are ADA access gates. Pool gates prior to 2010. Per operatoer, battery back-up installed at gates.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Deck damage on outside of pool. Repair deck where damaged. Intent to Suspend issued.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter not operational. Repair flow meter so operational. Intent to Suspend issued.
Apr 26, 2018 10 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: PDSC Information verified.
Intent to suspend issued. Facility has until the last day of the permit (4/30/18) to complete repairs or an operation permit will not be issued on 5/1/2018.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Observed one ring buoy over 30' rope length. Corrected during inspection.
Rope length must be 1.5 times the width of the pool or 50 feet, whichever is less.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed doors to elevators and door to maintenance area self closing, not self latching.
Doors onto the pool deck must be self closing self latching or self closing and have an audible alarm.
Intent to suspend issued.
Nov 6, 2017 34 demerits · 9 violations
Inspector comments: 13 - General Comment - Contrasting color band not extended to within 1" of wall. Maintain tile within 1" of edge of step and 1" of wall. If pool re-plastered, correct to address.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some debris on pool floor - indoor section of indoor outdoor pool. Keep pool clean.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder >6" from pool wall. Maintain between 3" and 6" from pool wall to ladder rung.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Gates on to pool deck swing into pool. Gates shall swing away from pool. One gate is handicap access and other gate is located at
stairs. Footholds on outside of fence wall. Greater than 4" between wall and fence on outside wall. Barrier at 38" on outside wall. >5"
between vertical pickets on outside fence. <45" between horizontals on gates. Maintain 4" or less between pickets. Maintain fence at
48" or greater. Eliminate footholds on outside of fence. Foothold is considered anything 45" or less.
Gates with horizontals 38" between. Pool built in 1985 and meets 30" to 45" requirement.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Post/pillar located directly next to pool. Considered decorative feature. No furniture behind pillar to ensure all of pool can be viewed.
Some chipping of decking on outdoor pool area and in one location indoor. Keep pool deck in good repair.
#18 · Premises: lifeguards present or warning signs posted −4
Pool signage is not exact on outdoor section of pool - per state requirements, pool rules signage must meet exactly. Provide "Children should not use the swimming pool without adult supervision." in 1" lettering. Current signage does not state "swimming pool". Intent to Suspend issued.
#19 · Premises: signs prohibit glass containers or pets in pool area −4
Pool signage outdoor does not state no pets. Provide no pets with no size restrictions. Current signage only located inside. Per state requirements, pool rules signage must be outdoor and indoor. Intent to Suspend issued.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Phone not operating. Corrected during the inspection.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Both flow meters inoperable. Keep operable.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Paper towel dispenser damaged in one restroom. Keep all fixtures in good repair.
Jun 19, 2017 22 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: Updated VGB paperwork was not received for change of EQ line covers on pool. Pool operating without a permit upon arrival. Received updated paperwork during inspection and issued permit onsite.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Cyanuric acid >100 ppm. Records show 90 ppm. Lower acid to below 100 ppm and maintain records. Intent to Suspend issued.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder not secure. Pulls out of ground when handles are pulled up on. Secure ladder.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
One return missing eyeball on wall on outside pool. Replace eyeball.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Gates on to pool deck swing into pool. Gates shall swing away from pool. One gate is handicap access and other gate is located at stairs. Footholds on outside of fence wall. Greater than 4" between wall and fence on outside wall. Barrier at 38" on outside wall. >5" between vertical pickets on outside fence. <45" between horizontals on gates. Maintain 4" or less between pickets. Maintain fence at 48" or greater. Eliminate footholds on outside of fence. Foothold is considered anything 45" or less.
Gates with horizontals 38" between. Pool built in 1985 and meets 30" to 45" requirement.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Post/pillar located directly next to pool. Considered decorative feature. No furniture behind pillar to ensure all of pool can be viewed.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Coupling leaking on one pump in pump room. Repair leak.
Oct 25, 2016 40 demerits · 12 violations
Inspector comments: 6 - General Comment: Equalizer line covers are due to expire in April 2017. New APSP standards allow for equalizer lines to be permanently plastered over to eliminate suction hazard as long as other means available to provide water to skimmer. Submit an updated PDSC form with equalizer information or without, once corrections are made.
15 - General Comment: Two ropes for ring buoys fraying. Replace with 30 ft rope per with sizing per public swimming pool rules. Given 30 days.
General Comment: One ring buoy with some damage. Replace with USCG approved within 30 days.
Note: Restrooms used for pool were built without hose bib or floor drain.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Acid not recorded regularly. Record cyanuric acid weekly.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some algea at partition to inside/outside. Keep floor clean.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
One damaged skimmer basket. Replace.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder located 9" from pool wall. Maintain 3" to 6". Pool built prior to 2010.
One ladder missing end cap. Replace end cap.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
One fitting missing from wall return. Replace fitting.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Gates on to pool deck swing into pool. Gates shall swing away from pool. One gate is handicap access and other gate is located at stairs. Footholds on outside of fence wall. Greater than 4" between wall and fence on outside wall. Barrier at 38" on outside wall. >5" between vertical pickets on outside fence. <45" between horizontals on gates. Maintain 4" or less between pickets. Maintain fence at 48" or greater. Eliminate footholds on outside of fence. Foothold is considered anything 45" or less.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Pool furniture 3 ft to pool edge. Maintain 5 ft clearance around pool in all locations.
#21 · Premises: pool and deck lighting provided at pools that operate at night −4
One light burnt out in pool on inside. For Night Swimming, repair lighting.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Both flow meters not operable. Replace flow meters.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Pump room floor wet. Keep dry.
#26 · Equipment room: valves and pipes identified by color codes or labels −2
Piping not clearly identified. Labeling has worn off. Clearly identify all pipes with color codes or labels.
#33 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: hose bibbs and floor drains provided −2
No hose bib on pool deck. Provide so that all areas of deck can be reached with a 100 ft hose.
Jan 19, 2016 16 demerits · 5 violations
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder rail located 9" from pool. Maintain between 3" and 6".
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Gates on to pool deck swing into pool. Gates shall swing away from pool. Footholds on outside of fence wall. Greater than 4" between wall and fence on outside wall. Barrier at 38" on outside wall. >5" between vertical pickets on outside fence. <45" between horizontals on gates. Maintain 4" or less between pickets. Maintain fence at 48" or greater. Eliminate footholds on outside of fence. Foothold is considered anything 45" or less in height.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Deck furniture <5 ft to pool at barrier wall. Maintain 5 ft or greater.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
One of two flow meters stuck. Keep in good repair.
#30 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: approved water source, no cross connections −2
No backflow prevention device on hose bibs in pump room. Provide.
Aug 31, 2015 34 demerits · 9 violations
Inspector comments: Immediate Suspension issued for pH. Once corrected, call Katie at 704-309-5494 to schedule a return visit to open pool.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
Pool pH at 6.8. Maintain between 7.2 and 7.8. Immediate Suspension issued.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Acid not recorded weekly. Record acid weekly.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
One damaged skimmer basket. Replace basket.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Ring buoy tied improperly to indoor buoys so less than 30 ft. Corrected during inspection. Note: One indoor buoy rope fraying. Replace as needed.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Gates on to pool deck open into pool. Must open away from pool. Fencing/walls around pool <48". Outdoor fencing with >4" between horizontals. Pool fence/barrier does not meet code in multiple locations. Maintain 48" in height with no footholds and <4" between horizontals.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
One flow meter stuck. Keep operational.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Some water on pump room floor. Keep dry.Filtration not clearly accessible in pump room. Provide 3 ft clear walking space around all equipment.
#26 · Equipment room: valves and pipes identified by color codes or labels −2
Piping not clearly identified on filtration system. Clearly identify all pipes with color codes or labels.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
Backwash pit drain appears to be clogged. Must be able to drain.
May 19, 2015 42 demerits · 10 violations
Inspector comments: Note: Only one PDSC form on file with two pumps (same pump) and 4 main drains. Two separate systems. Submit PDSC form for second system. Submit within one week.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
Pool chlorine at 0.2 ppm. Maintain at 1.0 ppm or greater. Immediate Suspension issued.
#4 · Water quality: water temperature of heated pool −6
Pool temperature at 92 F. Heated pool. Maintain at 90 F or below. Immediate Suspension issued.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Records not maintained for last three days. Record chlorine, pH, temp and main drain check daily.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
One skimmer basket damaged. Replace weir.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Fence around inside perimeter <48" in height; gates open into pool. >4" between verticals and footholds on outdoor fence. Maintain fence in accordance with .2528.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Severe deck damage on deck outside. Repair deck where needed.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Phone inoperable. Corrected during inspection. Phone has the main line phone number posted. No rollover lines allowed. Verify designated line for phone.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
One of two flow meters not operable. Repair flow meter.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Floor wet in pump room. Keep dry.
#26 · Equipment room: valves and pipes identified by color codes or labels −2
No labeling on pipes or worn off. Clearly identify all pipes with color codesor labels.
Oct 21, 2014 38 demerits · 11 violations
Inspector comments: 15 - General Comment: One damaged ring buoy with 27.9 ft rope. Removed from deck. Provide 30 ft rope. 26 - General Comment: Labeling worn off on pipes. CorrectedProvide signage for location of hotel emergency sign. Intent to Suspend issued for #16, #18, #24 and #5
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Proivde new test kit. Intent to Suspend issued.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some algea on pool walls. Keep clean.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder 9" from wall. Maintain 3" to 6".
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Fence <48" at main gate; gate opening into pool; >4" between pickets; >4" under perimeter fence with footholds. Repair to .2528.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Deck furniture <5 ft to pool. Maintain 5 ft clearance. Deck damage next to skimmers. Repair.
#18 · Premises: lifeguards present or warning signs posted −4
Provide "Children should not use the swimming pool without adult supervision." Missing "the swimming". Proivde in 1" lettering. Intent to Suspend issued.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Emergency phone not operating. Corrected during inspection.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter stuck. Keep operational. Return line leaking at chlorine line to pipe. Repair. Intent to Suspend issued.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Pump room floor wet. Keep dry.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
No air gap at backwash line to pit. Provide air gap.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Water >130 F. Maintain at 110 F or below.
Mar 26, 2014 30 demerits · 9 violations
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed debris on pool floor. Keep clean.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Observed 8" between wall and ladder handrail. Maintain 3" to 6".
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed gate swings into pool; fence height inside <48"; >4" between verticals outside. Provide fencing in accordance with .2528.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed some damage to deck near skimmer. Keep in good repair.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Observed emergency phone not connected. Corrected during inspection.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Observed leaking gasket on pump. Repair.Observed both flow meters not operational. Repair and replace one with chlorine.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Observed soda ash stored on floor. Corrected during inspection. Observed pump room floor wet. Keep dry.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
Observed no air gap at backwash line to pit. Provide air gap.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Observed water >115 F and soiled toilet in men's. Maintain water at 110 F or below and keep fixtures clean.
Aug 1, 2013 24 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: 26 - General Comment: Relabel piping into and out of heater.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed some algae around end caps on ladders and walls. Keep clean.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed >4" under perimeter fence; decorative features as footholds on perimeter fence; gates opening into pool; indoor fence at stairs not 48". Maintain fenceing according to .2528.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Observed emergency phone not operating. Corrected during inspection.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Observed flow meter stuck. Repair.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Observed pump room floor wet. Keep dry.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
Observed no air gap at backwash line to pit. Provide air gap.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Observed water >115 F in restrooms. Maintain at 110 F or below.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “SHERATON CHARLOTTE AIRPORT HOTEL” or State ID 2060530029). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.