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250 N EQUITY DR
SMITHFIELD, NC 27577

Facility Type: Year-Round Swimming Pools
 

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COUNTRY INN & SUITES
Location: 250 N EQUITY DR SMITHFIELD, NC 27577
Facility Type: Year-Round Swimming Pools
Inspection Date: 02/05/2024
Score: 0

#  Comments Points
7. Top layer of plaster of pool wall and floor is showing signs of wear and slight pitting. Monitor and resurface when needed. 0.0
General Comments
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COUNTRY INN & SUITES
Location: 250 N EQUITY DR SMITHFIELD, NC 27577
Facility Type: Year-Round Swimming Pools
Inspection Date: 09/29/2023
Score: 30

#  Comments Points
2. The free chlorine level of the swimming pool water was less then a 1ppm at the start of the inspection. Maintenance was able to shock the pool and after circulating, the free chlorine level is now 5ppm. Must be a minimum of 1ppm at all times of operation. 6.0
5. Pool Operator is not reporting to the pool daily-maintenance is providing the care for the pools operations. The pool operator is trained to properly operate the pool and must report each day of operation to provide all maintenance. They must also check and record daily pH, free chlorine, water temperature and main drain checks. Must also check and record weekly cyanuric acid levels and total alkalinity levels. 4.0
7. On the pool wall by the stairs there is a hole in the wall that goes through the plaster and concrete. Repair this area to provide a smooth surface on pool wall. 4.0
12. The cover to the vacuum line in the pool is not latching like it is required to do. Integral vacuum ports shall have a self closing cap that latches and is designed to be opened with a tool. 4.0
15. Rope on the ring buoy was too short in length and was 2 pieces tied together. The rope on the ring buoy must be 1 1/2 times the width of the pool based on size, it must also be one single rope that is securely attached. Maintenance was able to provide a new rope that was cut to the correct length and attached to the ring buoy. 6.0
23. Pucks of chlorine are being placed in the skimmer baskets and in the pool water itself to dissolve. The automatic erosion feeder was empty. Chlorine must enter the pool through the automatic chlorinator. Maintenance was able to get the lid off the chlorinator and place sticks of chlorine in it for proper disinfection. 4.0
29. The hot water in the restrooms at the hand sink was over 110F. Hot water for the shower and the restrooms for the pool should not be any warmer then 110F. 2.0
General Comments
The ring buoy is showing wear and aging. It will need to be replaced once in bad repair.

The annual permit for the swimming pool expires on October 12th, 2023. Before a permit for operation after this expiration date can be issued, item number 5 (pool operator reporting daily), item number 7 (hole in pool wall) must be repaired and item number 12 (vacuum port cover).

The main drains have been changed to new compliant ones and a new drain safety data sheet has been completed by the operator. Permit Suspension is lifted and can now return to normal operation.
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COUNTRY INN & SUITES
Location: 250 N EQUITY DR SMITHFIELD, NC 27577
Facility Type: Year-Round Swimming Pools
Inspection Date: 10/12/2022
Score: 2

#  Comments Points
4. Heater was not turned on today. 0.0
29. Hot water in the pool restroom is above 110*F. Hot water must be 110*F or below. 2.0
General Comments
Permit being issued. *Pool maindrains expire on 4-8-23. Maindrains must be replaced before / on 4-8-23 and a new data sheet must be turned into our office.
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COUNTRY INN & SUITES
Location: 250 N EQUITY DR SMITHFIELD, NC 27577
Facility Type: Year-Round Swimming Pools
Inspection Date: 08/11/2022
Score: 2

#  Comments Points
29. The hot water in the restrooms is ~112F. Should not be any warmer then 110F. 2.0
General Comments
Issue resulting in permit suspension on 4-4-22 has been corrected. Motor has been corrected. Motor has been properly bonded by an electrician, an inspection by the Johnston County Building Inspections dept. was completed and approved on 8-1-22. Copper wire seen and attached to motor and all other apparatuses required by building insp. (Insp/Approval Attached). Pool is approved to reopen to bathers, Permit Suspension is lifted.
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COUNTRY INN & SUITES
Location: 250 N EQUITY DR SMITHFIELD, NC 27577
Facility Type: Year-Round Swimming Pools
Inspection Date: 04/04/2022
Score: 0

#  Comments Points
General Comments
Permit suspended due to the motor not properly operating and not being bonded. The motor does not have a bonding wire attached to it and management cannot prove it is properly grounded/bonded. Permit suspended until the motor is bonded and building inspections has approved.
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COUNTRY INN & SUITES
Location: 250 N EQUITY DR SMITHFIELD, NC 27577
Facility Type: Year-Round Swimming Pools
Inspection Date: 10/07/2021
Score: 0

#  Comments Points
8. Keep water level high enough so skimmers function properly! Monitor water level frequently. 0.0
General Comments
Permit issued.
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COUNTRY INN & SUITES
Location: 250 N EQUITY DR SMITHFIELD, NC 27577
Facility Type: Year-Round Swimming Pools
Inspection Date: 02/03/2020
Score: 0

#  Comments Points
General Comments
No Demerits Today! (salt system)
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COUNTRY INN & SUITES
Location: 250 N EQUITY DR SMITHFIELD, NC 27577
Facility Type: Year-Round Swimming Pools
Inspection Date: 05/10/2019
Score: 2

#  Comments Points
25. Some Chlorine chemicals were in the pump room. Keep all chemicals in chemical storage room. 2.0
General Comments
Permit issued.
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COUNTRY INN & SUITES
Location: 250 N EQUITY DR SMITHFIELD, NC 27577
Facility Type: Year-Round Swimming Pools
Inspection Date: 05/09/2019
Score: 8

#  Comments Points
8. The vacuum port did not have a functioning self-closing cap. All caps should work to the manufacturers instructions and be self-closing for vacuum ports. Replace the cap. 4.0
12. One inlet cover did not have a middle eye in cover and the water entrance to pool on the wall did not have a cover. Replace covers. 4.0
General Comments
Pool did not receive a permit and is closed till six and four point demerit items are fixed.
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COUNTRY INN & SUITES
Location: 250 N EQUITY DR SMITHFIELD, NC 27577
Facility Type: Year-Round Swimming Pools
Inspection Date: 02/13/2019
Score: 8

#  Comments Points
3. At the start of inspection pH of pool was 8.0 or higher. Added chemical to reduce pH. When pH was checked again later it read 7.7 CDI Maintain pH between 7.2-7.8 at ALL times. 6.0
11. Stair railing and ladder were both loose. Both were tightened during inspection. CDI 2.0
General Comments
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COUNTRY INN & SUITES
Location: 250 N EQUITY DR SMITHFIELD, NC 27577
Facility Type: Year-Round Swimming Pools
Inspection Date: 05/11/2018
Score: 12

#  Comments Points
2. The free chlorine level of pool water was less then a 1ppm. Must always be maintained at or above a 1ppm of free chlorine. 6.0
15. Ring buoy had a large tear in cover and several other damaged spots. Must have a rope that is 25 feet long attached. 6.0
General Comments
Pool closed until both items are repaired and pool is re-inspected for compliance.
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COUNTRY INN & SUITES
Location: 250 N EQUITY DR SMITHFIELD, NC 27577
Facility Type: Year-Round Swimming Pools
Inspection Date: 05/11/2018
Score: 6

#  Comments Points
2. The free chlorine level was still below a 1ppm at start of inspection. Chlorine added and allowed to circulate. Now the free chlorine level is 1.oppm. Must keep at 1ppm minimum. 6.0
General Comments
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COUNTRY INN & SUITES
Location: 250 N EQUITY DR SMITHFIELD, NC 27577
Facility Type: Year-Round Swimming Pools
Inspection Date: 05/11/2017
Score: 12

#  Comments Points
5. CPO record sheet gives a place to check off main drains. However, it is not being indicated as checked. Make sure there are daily main drain checks and records kept. CDI 4.0
15. Rope on ring buoy was severely tangled. Make sure rope stays untangled for ring buoy use. CDI 6.0
29. Hot water in the restroom 118F. Should not be anymore then 110F. 2.0
General Comments
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COUNTRY INN & SUITES
Location: 250 N EQUITY DR SMITHFIELD, NC 27577
Facility Type: Year-Round Swimming Pools
Inspection Date: 02/09/2017
Score: 14

#  Comments Points
5. General Comment: Daily records are being made except on days employee is off. Someone else must record chlorine, pH and main drains. 0.0
8. Skimmer baskets had chlorine tablets. Can not place chlorine tablets in skimmer baskets must use chlorinator. Employee removed chlorine tablets when asked. 4.0
11. Ladder was loose and missing an end cap. Employee repaired ladder so it was not loose and end cap was placed onto ladder. 2.0
15. Rope length to ring buoy was too long, and not attached at start of inspection. Employee attached rope to buoy and length is now 24 feet and 4 inches. 6.0
29. Hot water in restroom was at 128*F, can not be over 110*F. 2.0
General Comments
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COUNTRY INN & SUITES
Location: 250 N EQUITY DR SMITHFIELD, NC 27577
Facility Type: Year-Round Swimming Pools
Inspection Date: 04/26/2016
Score: 0.00

#  Comments Points
General Comments
No Violations Noted-Permit Issued on new construction.

*Keep daily check offs on Main Drains
*Keep daily records on free chlorine and pH levels.
*Keep weekly records on total alkalinity levels.

*Keep 5 feet of clear walkway around pool on deck.
* All doors to the pool must be kept closed -main entrance from inside bldg. uses a badge to unlock-door from outside is egress only.

*Door to equipment room must be kept closed and locked.
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