County Department of Environmental Health Report (Dive Pool) — City Council and Authorities Concurrent, April 23, 2024

County of Santa Clara
Department of Environmental Health
Consumer Protection Division
1555 Berger Drive, Suite 300, San Jose, CA 95112-2716
Phone (408) 918-3400 www.ehinfo.org
[K49 - 48-hour notice]

ALEX AUERBACK
Consent ByInspection Type

ROUTINE INSPECTIONFARHAD AMIR-EBRAHIMI
FA0211895 - SANTA CLARA INT'L SWIM CTR-DIVING
N/A
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Placard Color & Score
SANTA CLARA, CA 95051

SANTA CLARA INT'L SWIM CENTER

PARKS SERVICE CENTER
2600 BENTON ST
Mail To:

Pool Violations:

R12 - POOL SHELL, BOTTOM & SIDES maintained in a safe and sanitary condition OU Pieces of plaster have come off and discoloration observed inside pool [CA] Replaster the pool R13 - PERMANENT MARKINGS properly installed and maintained in good repair OU “No Diving” markers required adjacent to depth marking tiles [CA] Provide "No Diving" markers adjacent to depth marking tiles.

R14 - STEPS, LADDERS & STAIRS properly installed and maintained in good repair OU Staining observed on stairs in dive tower[CA] Remove stains from the stairs R31 - Functional FLOWMETER provided OU
REPEAT VIOLATION:

Flowmeter not functioning on recirculation system [CA] Repair or replace flow meters on recirculation system to accurately measure flow rate within 10% of flow
SR01 - Pool is enclosed by fence, building, wall, and/or other approved durable enclosure OU

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A. Gaps located in chain link fence.

1. Gaps range in size between 5 inches and 2.5 – 3 inches. 2, Areas of fencing seen to be under landscaping rather than concrete.

3. Climbable vegetation observed along some fence areas.

4. Areas between post and gate may allow passage of a 4-inch sphere.

5. South fencing has a trash can located outside enclosure which may be used for climbing into pool area.

6. Some fencing has a gab between the fence and concrete which may allow the passage of a 4-inch sphere.

7. West area enclosure has a 41-inch climbable post.

8. North area enclosure has a gate latch which is 41 inches and may allow climbing. [CA] The pool shall be enclosed by one or a combination of the following: a fence, portion of a building, wall, or other approved durable enclosure. Doors, openable windows, gates of living units or associated private premises shall not be permitted as part of the pool enclosure. The enclosure, doors and gates shall meet all of the following specifications:

1. The enclosure shall have a minimum effective perpendicular height of 5 feet (1524 mm) as measured from the outside as depicted in Figure 31B-4; and

2. Openings, holes or gaps in the enclosure, doors and/or gates shall not allow the passage of a 4-inch (102 mm) diameter sphere. The enclosure shall be constructed over a hard and permanent material equivalent to concrete; and

3. The enclosure shall be designed and constructed so that it cannot be readily climbed by small children.

Horizontal and diagonal member designs which might serve as a ladder for small children are prohibited.

Horizontal members shall be spaced at least 48 inches (1219 mm) apart. No planters or other structures that can be climbed shall be permitted within 5 feet (1524 mm) of the outside of the pool enclosure or within a 5 foot (1524 mm) arc as depicted in Figure 31B-5. The area 5 feet (1524 mm) outside of the pool enclosure shall be a common area open to the public; and

4. Chain link may be used, provided that the openings are not greater than 1¾ inches (44 mm) measured horizontally.

SR15 - All gates and doors are capable of being locked during times when the pool is closed OU Gates are not self-closing and self-latching [CA] Gates and doors opening into the pool enclosure also shall meet the following specifications:

1. Gates and doors shall be equipped with self-closing and self-latching devices. The self-latching device shall keep the gate or door securely
closed. Gates and doors shall open outwardly away from the pool except where otherwise prohibited by law.

Hand activated door or gate opening hardware shall be located at a height no lower than 42 inches (1067 mm) but no higher than 44 inches (1179 mm) above the deck or walkway; and

2. Gates and doors shall be capable of being locked during times when the pool is closed. Exit doors which comply with Chapter 10, Title 24, California Code of Regulations shall be considered as meeting these requirements; and

3. The pool enclosure shall have at least one means of egress without a key for emergency purposes. Unless all gates or doors are so equipped, those gates and/or doors which will allow egress without a key shall have a sign in letters at least 4 inches (102 mm) high stating EMERGENCY EXIT; and

4. The enclosure shall be constructed so that all persons will be required to pass through common pool enclosure gates or doors in order to gain
access to the pool area. All gates and doors exiting the pool area shall open into a public area or a walkway accessible by all patrons of the pool.

SR19 - Deck width is at least 4 feet around pool as measured from coping lip OU Hose runner on deck. This is a tripping hazard [CA] Remove hose runner on deck to reduce risk of trip hazard.

SVRS Observation:

No significant health code violations observed at time of inspection.

Measured Observations
LocationItem Measurement & Comments
Cyanuric acid 0.00 PPM
Chlorine 1.00 PPM
pH 7.40 pH
I conducted a joint inspection with Senior Environmental Health Specialist Aziz Husein. We met with Alex Auerbach, Parks Overall Comments:

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OFFICIAL INSPECTION REPORT
Owner Name
Site AddressFacility
2625 PATRICIA DR, SANTA CLARA, CA 95050
Program
PR0310346 - REC BODY OF WATER 5,000 SQ FT & OVER RC 3 - RH04 Inspection Date
02/28/2024
Inspection Time
12:00 - 12:30CITY OF SANTA CLARA
FA0211895 - SANTA CLARA INT'L SWIM CTR-DIVING
Foreperson, with City of Santa Clara, and other City officials, including Cynthia Bojorquez, Assistant City Manager. According to Alex Auerbach this pool has been self-closed since January 2024.

You are hereby directed to correct all violations regarding the pool enclosure and gates due to safety concerns. Submit plans to this Department by 03/22/24 for approval prior to any modifications to the pool enclosure and gates.

For any structural modification, such as replastering the pool, plans must be submitted for approval to Plan Check section of this Department.

Pool must remain closed until all safety concerns are addressed. Contact the Department of Environmental Health for inspection prior to reopening the pool.

When required to determine compliance, a single reinspection will be conducted without additional charge. If subsequent reinspections are required, an hourly fee (minimum one hour) at the current rate approved by the Board of Supervisors will be assessed for each and every reinspection until the necessary changes or corrections are made. Unless otherwise noted by the inspector, all violations are to be corrected no later than 3/13/2024.Any major change in menu or any change in ownership must have prior approval by this Department. This may require structural and/or equipment changes or remodeling to accommodate new operations.

This notice is to inform you that as of this date the Environmental Health Permit for the above mentioned pool facility is hereby suspended and all operations therewith are ordered to cease. This action is taken in accordance with Section 65545 of the California Code of Regulations which states “A public pool that is maintained or operated in a manner that creates an unhealthful, unsafe, or unsanitary condition may be closed by the enforcing agent. A public pool shall not be reopened until the unhealthful, unsafe, or unsanitary condition has been rectified and upon specific written approval from the enforcing agent.” You have the right to make a written request for a hearing within 15 days after receipt of this notice to show just cause why the permit suspension is not warranted. Failure to request such a hearing within the 15-day period shall be deemed a waiver of the right to a hearing. After these violations have been corrected, you must call the Department of Environmental Health for a reinspection to reinstate the permit to operate. Phone #: (408)918-3400.

CLOSURE / PERMIT SUSPENSION NOTICE
Legend:
[COS] Corrected on Site
[CA] Corrective Action
[PPM] Part per Million
[SA] Suitable Alternative
[SVRS] Safety Vacuum Release System
Account ID: AR1211895 Permit Exp. Date:

Payment can be made online by visiting www.EHinfo.org.

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City Council and Authorities ConcurrentApril 23, 2024

City Council and Authorities Concurrent
April 23, 2024