The
following cleaning and maintenance issues were noted which could affect
the health and safety of members of the public:
a)
There were numerous areas of missing or damaged tiles to the pool,
pool surround and changing rooms that must be repaired and the areas left
in good repair. This includes those tiles on the bottom of the pool that
are causing cuts to bathers’ feet, and regrouting where necessary.
b)
The scum channel covers to the pool had a build up of scale, algae,
hair and other matter that must be cleaned. The covers and the scum
channel must be cleaned regularly to ensure that there is no build up of
such matter. The annual cleaning regime currently in force is inadequate.
c)
There is a build up of algae and scale in the swimming pool,
particularly on the grouting between the tiles; such a build-up could
allow bacteria such as pseudomonas to grow.
d)
The scum channel to the pool is in a poor condition in that the
plastic walls are damaged in part with the surface coating worn, and there
are areas of unprotected concrete that show signs of contamination with
rust and algae. This will allow a further build-up of scale and algae and
may allow water to leak from the pool. The scum channel should be repaired
to leave it in good repair.
e)
The scum channel to the spa pool is cracked in numerous places and
previous damage has been badly repaired and is now failing. This will
allow a build-up of scale and algae and will allow water to leak out of
the system. The condition of the channel does not allow for proper
cleaning. The scum channel should be replaced with one of a smooth
construction and the unit left in good order.
f)
The support to the slide is rusty in part and is allowing rust
particles to enter the pool water. Also the disused pool cover rollers
(which I understand are scheduled to be removed) are rusting and the run
off from the condensate is also entering the pool. These must be
maintained to prevent further deterioration of the supports and to prevent
rust entering the pool water.
g)
The rubber edging to the poolside floor covering is missing in part
and must be repaired.
h)
There are areas of disrepair to the walls of the changing cubicles
and health club showers that must be maintained and the areas left in good
repair.
i)
There is no routine inspection of the cables to the weight training
equipment to ensure that they are in a good state of repair. These cables
must be routinely inspected and replaced in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
j)
There were 3 pieces of equipment that had been found to be
electrically faulty; I understand that there is no routine maintenance,
which includes inspection, of the equipment to ensure that it is
electrically safe. All equipment should be maintained by a competent
person to ensure that it is safe.