Explanation of violation types

July 1, 2008 9:29 AM PT

ACCESS FOR INSPECTION: The pool was not accessible or only partially accessible for inspection.
ALGAE: Algae growth was found in the pool.
ANIMALS: Animals were found in the pool or pool area.
ARTIFICIAL RESP SIGN: A legible sign with an illustration of artificial respiration procedures was not posted.
BODY HOOK, PROVIDE: A readily accessible body hook permanently attached to a pole at least 12 ft. in length was not provided.
CAPACITY SIGN: A sign displaying the maximum number of people allowed in the pool was not posted.
CHLORINATOR/OPERATE: The automatic chlorinator was not operational.
CHLORINATOR/REPAIR: The automatic chlorinator needs to be installed, repaired or replaced.
CHLORINE LEVEL: Chlorine levels of at least 1.0 parts per million were not maintained.
CHLORINE LVL W/CYAN: Chlorine levels of at least 1.5 parts per million were not maintained. This is required when the pool uses cyanuric acid, a weak acid that reduces the loss of chlorine to sunlight but makes the chlorine less effective.
CL2 TABS IN SKIMMER: Chlorine tablets were placed in the pool skimmers, which need to be discontinued.
COPING: The tile around the edge of the pool, known as coping, was broken or missing and needs to be replaced.
CROSS CONNECTION: The pool or its circulation system was inappropriately directly connected with a sanitary sewer or drainage system.
CYANURIC ACID LEVEL: The level of cyanuric acid was above 100 parts per million. Cyanuric acid is a weak acid that reduces the loss of chlorine to sunlight but makes chlorine less effective.
DECK OBSTRUCTION: The deck was obstructed.
DEPTH MARKER TILES: Broken or unreadable depth marker tiles need to be replaced.
DIRT/DEBRIS: Dirt, leaves or debris were found in the pool. The pool needs to be vacuumed.
DRAIN COVER: The drain cover needs to be secured or replaced with an approved type that can only be removed with tools.
DRESSING ROOMS: The dressing rooms were not clean or sanitary.
EMERG PHONE NUMBER: The emergency telephone number "911" was not posted.
EQUIP ROOM/CLEAN: The pool equipment room or area was dirty.
FENCE/ENCLOSURE: The pool fence needs to be repaired.
FILTER/CLEAN: The filter needs to be backwashed.
FILTER/REPAIR: The filter was broken.
FLOATING CHLORINATOR: A floating chlorinator was used, which is not approved for use in pools subject to public health inspections.
FLOWMETER: The flowmeter needs to be installed, repaired or replaced.
GAS CHLORINATION: The gas chlorination system has a problem.
GATE/DOOR: A self-closing gate or door to the pool area that latches automatically must be installed.
GAUGES: The influent/effluent pressure gauges need to be installed or repaired.
HANDRAIL: The stair handrails need to be secured, repaired or replaced.
INSPECTION LOG: A log of pool operation, disinfection residual, pH and maintenance procedures was not maintained.
LADDER/GRAB RAILS: The ladder, ladder step treads, or grab rails at the deep end of the pool need to be secured, repaired, or replaced.
LIFE RING, PROVIDE: A readily accessible life ring with an attached rope of sufficient length to span the maximum width of the swimming pool was not provided.
LIFEGUARD SERVICE: Lifeguard service was not adequately provided for this pool.
LIGHT/MAITAIN ON: Underwater pool lights were not maintained when the pool was open after dark.
LIGHT/REPAIR: Underwater lights need to be installed, repaired or replaced.
NO DIVING SIGN: A legible "No Diving Allowed" sign in letters at least 4" high was not posted.
NO LIFEGUARD SIGN: A legible sign stating "Warning - No Lifeguard On Duty" in letters at least 4" high, or that "Children under the age of 14 should not use pool without an adult in attendance" was not posted.
OFFICIALLY CLOSED: Officially closed.
PH: The pH was not maintained between 7.2 and 8.0.
PUMP: The recirculation pump was broken.
RECIRC SYST/OPERATE: The pool recirculation system was not operated at all times the pool was open for use or as long as necessary to keep the water clean and clear.
RESTROOMS REPAIR: The toilets, urinals, wash basin, or showers were not in good condition.
RESTROOMS/CLEAN: The restrooms were not clean or sanitary.
SHOWERS: The shower facilities were not clean or sanitary.
SIGNS VISIBLE: Required signs were not legible or clearly visible from the pool deck.
SKIMMER BASKET: The strainer basket in the device that skimmed the pool's surface water was broken or missing.
SKIMMER DIVERTER VLV: A part of the device that swallows the pool's surface water was broken or missing.
SKIMMER WEIR: A part of the device that swallows the pool's surface water was broken or missing.
SKIMMING ACTION: There was no working device that skimmed surface water and floating debris into the filter.
SOAP DISPENSER: Soap was not provided in dispensers or containers in the showers.
SOAP/TWLS/TLT PAPER: In the restrooms, soap was not provided in soap dispensers; paper towels or hot air blowers were not provided; or, toilet paper was not provided.
SPA SHUTOFF SWITCH: A legible sign stating "Spa Emergency Shut-Off Switch" was not posted at a spa pool that has an emergency shut-off switch.
SPA TEMPERATURES: The hot tub's pool water temperature was above 104 degrees Fahrenheit.
SPA WARNING SIGN: A legible spa pool precaution sign was not posted.
SUPERVISION: The pool was not serviced or maintained by a person who is certified as a Swimming Pool Service Technician with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.
SWR/LAV HOT/COLD WTR: There was no hot and cold water provided to the showers and lavatories.
TEST KIT: An approved pool water test kit which measures chlorine levels was not provided.
TILES/CLEAN: The waterline tiles need to be cleaned.
TILES/MISSING: Broken or missing pool tiles need to be replaced.
TRIPPING HAZARD: There is a risk of tripping on the pool deck.
TURBIDITY: Pool water was cloudy and not maintained in a clean and clear condition.
TURNOVER RATE: Pool water is not circulating as quickly as required by regulations.
WATER LEVEL: The water level needed to be raised or lowered to the midpoint of the device that skimmed the pool's surface water and floating debris.

Explanation of violation types

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