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HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL

805 W ARROWOOD RD, Charlotte, NC 28217
Year-Round Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060530191
Latest result4 demerits
Last inspectedSep 30, 2026
Inspections on record25
On record sinceOct 7, 2013

This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).

Score history

01836 Oct 7, 2013: 8Mar 26, 2014: 14Dec 8, 2014: 36Jun 1, 2015: 16Feb 4, 2016: 26Dec 20, 2016: 26Jun 27, 2017: 4Nov 7, 2017: 32Feb 7, 2018: 14Nov 14, 2018: 10Jan 8, 2019: 12Oct 30, 2019: 12Jan 28, 2020: 6Nov 18, 2020: 14Feb 16, 2021: 24Oct 26, 2021: 8Apr 20, 2022: 0Sep 22, 2022: 6Jan 3, 2023: 14Oct 30, 2023: 14Feb 6, 2024: 14Dec 10, 2024: 12Jan 22, 2025: 10Jun 18, 2026: 8Sep 30, 2026: 4
Oct 7, 2013Lower is betterSep 30, 2026

Inspections & violations

Sep 30, 2026 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Conducted inspection with CPO Moises. Pool remains on A status and in good standing. Const. Date: 12/29/2006 Rope Length: 24'
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
.2535(11) Provide weekly recordings for total alkalinity. A couple TA records missing for September. All other records complete and consistent. No permit action.

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Jun 18, 2026 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Issued local permit sticker. PDSC form updated to be sent to pdsc@mecknc.gov pool ID 530191 by 6/25/2026. Note: Door to parking lot where dehumidifier has been replaced opens to back parking lot. Verified this locks from outside and no entry or accessibility. If door is able to open in future, leading outside must self-close, self-latch onto pool deck. If pump was changed completely, ensure electrical permits were pulled. Inspection with Moises Lopez
#6 · Submerged suction outlets meet ASME/ANSI A112.19.8-2007. Single drains protected. (.2537, .2539) GPM= ____Field verification complete=____ −6
PDSC form indicated Pentair CHII-NI-3/4FE pump, pump is Pentair Callenger CHII-N1-1FE (P/N 345205). Only motor had been changed at last inspection and pool has been closed. Pump was changed back to original since last inspection. .2539(c) All pools, prior to permit issuance, shall provide documentation to the Department to verify suction outlet safety compliance. Verified pump curve and no suction hazard in field. Allowing CPO to submit updated PDSC form with pump change within 1 week, by 6/25 or permit action will be taken.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Items and storage within 3’ of equipment and piping. Fan not operating in chemical storage. .2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump room. .2534(3) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in chemical storage room.

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Jan 22, 2025 10 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Immediate suspension issued for water quality. Pool must remain closed with signage posted until suspension is lifted by Health Dept. “E” Immediate Suspension Contact Marie Daley at 704-507-6806 when in compliance to lift suspension Pool light out, but other lights overhead working. Send pictures of lighting at night to Marie Daley at 704-507-6806 to verify lighting is sufficient.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
Chlorine 0 ppm at time of inspection. .2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm. *Immediate suspension item
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Front door not latching at time of inspection. .2528(a) Ground level doors shall be self-closing, self-latching or child protected by audible alarm. Operator tightened and adjusted to self-close, self-latch. Corrected.

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Dec 10, 2024 12 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: POOL IS CLOSED TO SWIMMING BY ORDER OF THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT. CALL C. ELMORE AT 704-507-6814 CORRECTIONS ARE MADE. POOL CANNOT REOPEN PRIOR TO VERIFICATION OF CORRECTIONS BY THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT. BE ADVISED THAT A CERTIFIED POOL OPERATOR FOR THE POOL MUST ATTENDED THE POOL EVERY DAY THE POOL IS OPEN AND MAKE SURE IT IS IN GOOD ORDER EVERY DAY THE POOL IS OPEN.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
.2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm. THE POOL WAS FOUND TO HAVE 0.0PPM CHLORINE. 1.0PPM MINIMUM IS REQUIRED. CHLORINE MUST INTRODUCED INTO THE POOL BY THE FEEDER SYSTEM. DISINFECTANT CANNOT BE PUT DIRECTLY INTO THE POOL FOR STANDARD OPERATION WHILE OPEN. IT CAN ONLY BE HAND FED FOR MAINTENANCE OR SHOCKING WHILE THE POOL IS CLOSED. IT CANNOT BE USED TO OPERATE THE POOL FOR SWIMMING.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
THE PHONE MUST BE ABLE TO CONTACT LOCAL 911. CALL BOX MUST ALSO ACCEPT INCOMING CALLS. CALL BACK NUMBER FOR THE PHONE AND PROPER ADDRESS FOR THE POOL MUST BE ON RECORD WITH LOCAL 911 SERVICES. THE PHONE CALLS OUT, BUT 911 REPORTS DIFFERENT CALL BACK NUMBER THAN WHAT IS POSTED, AND ALSO REPORTS THAT THE CALL BACK NUMBER CHANGES ON DIFFERENT CALLS. THIS MUST BE CORRECTED SO THAT A SINGLE CALL BACK NUMBER IS ASSIGNED TO THE PHONE (OR CALLS BACK TO A MAIN DESK THAT IS STAFFED TO TAKE THE CALL 24 HOURS A DAY 7 DAYS A WEEK), THAT NUMBER MUST BE PROPERLY POSTED, AND THAT NUMBER MUST BE ON RECORD WITH LOCAL 911. .2530(f) Signage with legible letters providing dialing instructions, address of pool and pool telephone number shall be posted at the emergency phone.

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Feb 6, 2024 14 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection led by Emily Hartis under supervision of Marie Daley Immediate suspension issued for emergency phone. Pool MUST REMAIN CLOSED with signage posted until suspension is lifted by Health Dept. Contact Marie Daley at 704-507-6806 when in compliance to lift suspension. “E” status
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
.2512(c) Over the rim fill spout shall be located under the diving board or within six inches of a ladder or handrail. Observed fill spout located 7 inches from ladder. Original construction, lack of severity does not warrant permit action.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
.2530(f) Emergency phone shall remain operable. Observed emergency phone inoperable during inspection. *Immediate suspension item. Pool must remain closed with signage posted. Contact Marie Daley at 704-507-6806 when in compliance to lift suspension.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
.2534(5) Chemicals shall be stored as to prevent a reaction and permit for easy clean-up. Observed muriatic acid being stored on top of bags of powdered chemicals. .2534(3) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in chemical storage room. Observed ventilation in chemical storage room not operable during inspection.
#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. Observed pipe beside main drain pipe not labeled. Operator labeled and corrected skimmer line.

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Oct 30, 2023 14 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: 30 Day ITS for ladder, records, alkalinity reagent and skimmer line. Note: Some static in line of emergency phone. Advised monitoring and ensuring it stays operable in case of emergency. “W” status
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Test kit missing alkalinity test and missing on records. .2535(10) Provide test kit capable of measuring disinfectant level, cyanuric acid and total alkalinity. .2535(11) Provide record keeping including daily records of disinfectant residual, pH, drain cover/grate inspections, pool water maintenance, and temperature, if applicable. Provide weekly recordings for cyanuric acid and total alkalinity weekly. *30 Day Intent to Suspend item
#6 · Submerged suction outlets meet ASME/ANSI A112.19.8-2007. Single drains protected. (.2537, .2539) GPM= ____Field verification complete=____ −6
Skimmer equalizer line is plugged in skimmer, but cover on wall is plastered over. PDSC form indicates plugged per State recommendations, which means the hole should be plastered over at wall or plugged. Old cover should be removed from pool wall. Allowing 30 Days for correction since there is not a suction hazard, but needs correction. .2539(b) All suction fittings shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. *Permit item
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Observed one ladder rung not connected on left side. This is imposing a hazard, issuing 30 Day Intent to Suspend* .2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Items and storage within 3’ of equipment and piping. .2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump room.

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Jan 3, 2023 14 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Phone not audibly ringing back. Allowing until Mon 1/9/2023 to correct since phone is operable. Drain covers expire 1/8/2023. Update covers and submit PDSC form for approval. Return visit will be made Mon 1/9. Failure to correct by expiration will result in suspension of permit. 30 Day Intent to Suspend (ITS) for flow meter and records.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Temperature reading missing on records. .2535(11) Provide record keeping including daily records of disinfectant residual, pH, drain cover/grate inspections, pool water maintenance, and temperature, if applicable. Provide weekly recordings for cyanuric acid and total alkalinity weekly. Operator recorded and corrected. *Permit item
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Debris in skimmer. .2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. Operator emptied and corrected.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter stuck. .2518(g) Keep flow meter operational. *permit item
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Items and storage within 3’ of equipment and piping. .2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump room.

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Sep 22, 2022 6 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Repair phone ringer.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Maintain daily records for pool. .2535(11) Provide record keeping including daily records of disinfectant residual, pH, drain cover/grate inspections, pool water maintenance, and temperature, if applicable. Provide weekly recordings for cyanuric acid and total alkalinity weekly.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Observed one ladder rung not connected on left side. ‘.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.

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Apr 20, 2022 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Observed pump off at time of inspection. Corrected during inspection

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Oct 26, 2021 8 demerits · 3 violations
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Observed expired chemical reagents in test kit. Replace reagents in test kit.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Observed bottom rung missing on ladder. Replace missing rung. .2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Observed some excess storage and clutter in pump room and chemical room. Eliminate excess storage and organize pump room and chemical room.

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Feb 16, 2021 24 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: 5 - Record keeping with all days the same level of chlorine, pH, alkalinity and cyanuric acid. Tested cyanuric acid today and was at 0 ppm. Records indicated 60 ppm. Ensure accurate record keeping. 22- Phone appears to be a trunk line. 911 contacted and gave two different numbers at time of inspection. Phone line must be dedicated line so that phone number does not change and is consistent with what is written on the pool signage. Phone number, when called, shall either ring the pool deck or the front desk (if someone is always on duty and phone is always answered). Post correct phone number and dialing instructions at pool phone. Current signage has incorrect spelling and is starting to curl due to moisture on the deck. Given 30 days to correct. Gloria Bell and Jimmy Hance present during the inspection. No signature due to covid restrictions. Immediate Suspension issued for chlorine. Once corrected, contact Katie Rudisill at 704-309-5494 to schedule a return visit. The pool must remain closed until a return visit has been made.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
Pool chlorine at 0.4 ppm. Maintain at least 1.0 ppm through the chlorinator. Immediate Suspension issued.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some sand on pool floor. Keep pool floor clean. Note - sand inside of swimming pools is typically something associated with the filter and broken lateral. Recommend continuing to monitor and if continues or worsens, have filter looked at.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Main door not latching. Repair to self-close, self-latch.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Fill line at 6" from ladder at front of fill, 8" at back of fill. Previously approved with current state. Does not appear to be a trip hazard and meets 6" requirement at front.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
Chlorinated water from chlorinator installed on line before filter. Heater installed. Install per mfg. instructions on return line to swimming pool.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Water in restrooms >120 F. Maintain at 110 F or below.

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Nov 18, 2020 14 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: Emergency phone did not audibly ring back when called. Correct within 30 days.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
Observed pH at 8.2. Adjusted on site to 7.3. .2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Observed bottom rung of ladder missing. Replace missing rung. .2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter stuck. Repair. .2518(g) Keep flow meter operational.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Observed non pool items being stoed in pump room. Remove all non pool items from pump room. .2534(4) Provide storage for pool chemicals in waterproof containers or store up off the floor.

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Jan 28, 2020 6 demerits · 2 violations
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Observed weir missing. Replaced on site.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Observed hot water in restroom at 126 degrees. Hot water in restroom should not exceed 110 degrees in restroom. Observed no soap in restroom. Provide soap in restroom. .2526(i) Water in restrooms shall not exceed 110 F. .2526(j) Provide soap and soap dispenser, no glass, at each sink.

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Oct 30, 2019 12 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: 911 operator had different phone number that what was posted at emergency phone. Consider getting emergency phone a dedicated phone number instead of using a trunk system
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Observed throw rope at 27 feet. Adjusted to 25 feet on site.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Observed incorrect phone number posted at emergency phone. Corrected onsite.

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Jan 8, 2019 12 demerits · 3 violations
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Observed minor debris in skimmers. Keep skimmers free of debris. Corected on site.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Observed throw rope at 28 feet. Throw rope must be kept at 24 feet. Corrected on site.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Observed charcoal grill being stored in pump room. Eliminate storage of non pool items in pump room.

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Nov 14, 2018 10 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Observed deck drain cracked in several areas. Deck drain should be replaced in cracked areas, if holes are present in deck drain a notice of intent to suspend will be issued. Verified PDSC information.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
Observed pH at 8.2 corrected to 7.2 during inspection. .2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Observed no cyanuric acid test weekly as required. Indoor pools are required to complete cyanuric acid testing if a chlorine with cyanuirc acid is used. .2535 (4) Lower and maintain cyanuric acid at or below 100 ppm. Test completed onsite, cya at 65 ppm.

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Feb 7, 2018 14 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: ITS for records and flow meter. For renovations to pool area contact 980-314-1620.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Written records missing main drain checks, temperature and pool maintenance. Corporate has changed paperwork. Maintain daily records of pH, chlorine (disinfectant residual), main drain checks, temperature and activities pertaining to pool maintenance and weekly TA and CA. **30 Day Intent to Suspend
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder loose. Keep tightened and in good repair.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Pipes not clearly identified. Exposed pipes and vavles shall be identified by a color code or labels.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Some items around piping and equpiment. Maintain 3' clearance around equipment.
#26 · Equipment room: valves and pipes identified by color codes or labels −2
Flow meter not working at time of inspection. Install functional flow meter. **30 Day Intent to Suspend

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Nov 7, 2017 32 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: If pool renovations are done, contact Environmental Health for in-field plan review at 980-314-1620.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
Observed chlorine at 0.2 ppm at time of inspection. Maintain free chlorine at least 1.0 ppm chlorine. Operator added chlorine and corrected to 3.0 ppm.
#6 · Submerged suction outlets meet ASME/ANSI A112.19.8-2007. Single drains protected. (.2537, .2539) GPM= ____Field verification complete=____ −6
Paramount SDX Retro cover on right side of pool not completely covering drain. Cover was secure, but not on center or installed correctly. Ensure drain covers are installed correctly and accordning to manufacturers instruction to avoid suction hazard. **Issued Immediate Suspension for this item Contact Marie Daley at 704-507-6806 when corrected to lift suspension
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Pool floor peeling near stairs. Keep in good repair.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Missing weir at time of inspection. Keep functional weir installed. Operator replaced. Corrected.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
Inlet by life saving chair and stairs missing cover/fitting. Keep in good repair.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
One ring buoy starting to peel. On the second buoy the attachment piece starting to separate from buoy, which voids US Coast Gaurd Approved status. Must be in good repair. Replace. Operator is replacing immediately. (Rope should be 24' long) Will verify buoy condition when checking main drains.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Hot water in restroom over 110 degrees F (117 degrees F). Maintain hot water at 110 degrees F or less.

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Jun 27, 2017 4 demerits · 1 violation
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed pool floor plaster chipping near stairs. REPEAT VIOLATION

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Dec 20, 2016 26 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: #30 Fill spout ~8.5" from ladder. ** Maximum distance is 6". Note: Only staff member present at the hotel during EHS pool inspection was front desk clerk. Clerk unable to locate keys to equipment room even after consulting with CPO over the phone. Therefore, EHS' inspection did not include equipment room or review of pool records which historically have been kept inside equipment room. EHS will check both upon return visit. ** Equipment room (& chemical room) keys should be kept readily available in case of an emergency where access is needed. An example would be the need to shut the pool circulation pump off to stop suction at pool main drains. ** IMMEDIATE SUSPENSION ISSUED for #2 & #15. Pool cannot be opened without written approval from the Mecklenburg County Health Department. Contact L. Boyes @ 704-507-6806.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
Observed chlorine @ 0ppm. ** Maintain a minimum of at least 1ppm. Immediate Suspension issued.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Pool floor chipped in several areas near steps. ** Maintain in good repair. Scum on pool wall tiles. ** Clean. Pool floor
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder missing rubber treads on bottom 2 steps. ** Install.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
2 (of 4) inlet fittings missing. ** Install.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
2 ring buoys present on pool deck. One buoy does not have a throw rope at all and the other has a throw rope that is tangled & is wrapped in & out/ around the buoy. ** Properly maintain ring buoy (& attached throw rope) for safety use. Only one ring buoy (w/ throw rope) is required; however, if 2nd ring buoy is on the pool deck, it too must be properly maintained w/ throw rope, etc. Immediate Suspension issued. Note: Body hook is attached to a telescopic pole; however, the hook is attached to a 12' non-collapsing part. Remove extension to pole or replace with standard 12' body hook pole.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Door handle to chemical room door is locked; however, the latch itself does not engage and the door can be easily opened. ** Rectify. Forced air vent fan in chemical room could not be heard (& no natural cross draft ventilation). ** Forced air vent fan should run continuously.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Hot water at least 122F @ lavatory & shower. ** Maximum allowed is 110F.

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Feb 4, 2016 26 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: #12 Missing 1 inlet fitting. ** Install. GC #30 Fill spout ~8.5" from ladder. ** Maximum distance allowed is 6". Notes: (1) Door from lobby to pool has "Pool Closed" sign; however, taped note on door states pool water heater broken, pool water 80F, swim if you want, etc. Conducted inspection. Note removed (from door) & CPO advised to keep pool closed or allow it to be open with water quality standards maintained, etc. (2) Correct dialing instructions "lift handset phone automatically dials 911" posted inside emergency phone box; however, sign above states "dial 911". ** Dial 911 on sign above blacked out. (3) Remove grill from restroom. CPO reports grill for staff cookouts & is just being stored in restroom. IMMEDIATE SUSPENSION ISSUED FOR #2. Pool cannot be re-opened without written approval from the MCHD. EHS training staff for pool authorizations.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
Chlorine @ .4ppm. ** Maintain at least 1ppm. Immediate Suspension.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Pool floor chipped in several areas by steps. ** Re-paint. Some soil/ scum on pool wall tiles. ** Clean.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Skimmer missing weir. ** Install.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder missing rubber tread on one step. ** Install. Handrail getting loose. ** Secure.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Throw rope wrapped (in & out) of ring buoy & beckets (straps) pushed together on ring buoy. Throw rope 22' long due to knots. ** Corrected during inspection (except beckets) while EHS on-site. CPO has new ring buoy in storage.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Forced air vents in chemical & equipment room not working (& no natural cross draft ventilation). ** Resolve. (Some) chemicals stored in equipment room. ** Store in chemical room.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Hot water 119F @ lavatory & shower. ** Maximum allowed is 110F.

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Jun 1, 2015 16 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: #30 Over-the-rim spout is 8.5" from ladder. ** Over-the-rim spout should be within 6" of ladder.Note: Pool water heater not working at time of inspection.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Paint chipped on pool floor in 4 places near steps. ** Correct.Some sediment on pool floor. ** Vacuum.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Throw rope not secured to ring buoy and has at least 10 knots. ** Corrected during inspection.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Chunk of concrete missing on pool deck at ladder. ** Repair/ patch.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Forced air ventilation in chemical room is not working (& there is no natural cross draft ventilation). ** Repair/ replace.Waste paper baskets being stored in equipment/ chemical room. ** Remove all items that are not pool related.

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Dec 8, 2014 36 demerits · 9 violations
Inspector comments: #5 November 2014 record form could not be located. **Keep all records available for review. Immediate Suspension issued for #3 & #22.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
Observed pH @ 8.2. **Maintain 7.2 to 7.8 Immediate suspension isuued.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed that floor paint is chipped in 4 places near steps/ stairs. **Correct.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Only 1 skimmer - skimmer is missing weir. **Install.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Observed throw rope on ring buoy at 20'. Throw rope should be 24' long. **Corrected during inspection.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed chunk of concrete missing at ladder (junction with deck). **Repair.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Emergency phone set up so that when handset is lifted, the phone automatically dials 911. The instructions posted state "Pick up the phone and Dial 911". **Post correct instructions. Immediate suspension issued.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Forced air vents in the chemical & equipment rooms are inoperable. **Repair/ replace if necessary.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Observed hot water 120.5F at lavatory in restroom & at shower. **Maximum allowed is 110F. Observed that no soap is available in restroom. **Provide soap at all times the pool is open.
#30 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: approved water source, no cross connections −2
Over-the-rim spout is at least 8" from ladder. **Over-the-rim spout should be within 6" of ladder.

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Mar 26, 2014 14 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: #11 Missing 1 end cap on ladder. **install.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Pool floor chipped by stairs. **correct.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Only 1 skimmer - skimmer missing weir. **corrected while on-site.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Forced air vent in chemical room inoperable. **repair/replace. Water leaking from flow meter connection site. **CPO states he has ordered metal brackets to replace old. **Remove non-pool related items from equipment room.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Hot water 120.6F @ shower & lavatory. **Maximum allowed is 110F. **Tiolet needs cleaning.
#30 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: approved water source, no cross connections −2
Over the rim spout at least 8" from ladder. **Over the rim spout should be within 6" of ladder.

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Oct 7, 2013 8 demerits · 3 violations
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed chipping on pool floor. Repair.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Observed pump room used as storage. Eliminate storage at pump room.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Observed hot water in restrooms at 115 degrees. Hot water should not exceed 110 degrees in restrooms.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL” or State ID 2060530191). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.