Health Club Safety Audit

Is pool daily checklist updated as per the schedule?

Is Chlorine and PH checked three time in a day?

Is staffs trained on COSHH?

Is Emergency response tested on a quarterly basis?

Is NOP for indoor and outdoor pools updated and relevant?

Is weather monitored and pool cleared when threatening weather approaches?

SWFA.01.08- If swimming pool or wading pool is present, property must comply with all aspects of the ANSI/APSP-7 2006 standard entitled "American National Standard for Suction Entrapment Avoidance in Swimming Pool, Wading Pools, Spas, Hot Tubs, and Catch Basins." A licensed professional mechanical engineer or a licensed commercial pool builder must review the physical installation for compliance with the referenced standard and certify compliance. Such certification must include Starwood's standard language in a letter on their company letterhead. The certification letter must be dated and filed at the property and produced upon demand. The physical installation inspection and certification process must recur every three years.

Are regular checks undertaken of high-risk areas and activities by health club supervisor?

Is there adequate supervision of facilities by trained lifeguards?

Is emergency telephone located within easy reach of pool with automatic dial connected directly to property’s telephone operator. Emergency phone signage in place. Daily checks that all are working and record?

Is ample life-saving equipment available, visible and accessible at all times?<br>1) 2 rope buoys<br>2) 1back board with straps

Is First aid kit at pool sides maintained and location signposted?

Is Water clarity suitable, a clear view of 3cm diameter coin in deepest part?

SWFA.01.13- If a swimming pool is present, permanent deck depth markers in both feet and meters must be displayed. (The infinity edges of a pool do not require depth markers. For overflow pools, if there is a deck present, depth markers are required on the deck only.)

SWFA.01.13- If a swimming pool is present, permanent deck depth markers displayed uniformly on all sides of the pool, that are accessible from the deck, (maximum perimeter distance between markings is 25 feet / 7.62 meters), including the side with the access stairs.

SWFA.01.13- If a swimming pool is present, permanent deck depth markers, each numerical character in the swimming pool depth mark must be a minimum of 4 inches / 10cm high and be in contrasting color with the background;

SWFA.01.13- If a swimming pool is present, permanent deck depth markers should be clearly visible and legible. <br>

SWFA.01.14- If a swimming pool is present, permanent water line depth markers in both feet and meters must be displayed. (The infinity edges of the pool do not require depth markers. For overflow pools, if there is a deck present, depth markers are required on the deck only).

SWFA.01.14- If a swimming pool is present, permanent water line depth markers, each numerical character must be a minimum of 4 inches / 10 cm high and be in contrasting color with the background.

SWFA.01.14- If a swimming pool is present, permanent water line depth markers displayed uniformly on all sides of the pool (maximum perimeter distance between depth markings is 25 feet / 7.62 meters). Water line depth markers are not required to be located on the pool stairs.

SWFA.01.14- If a swimming pool is present, permanent water line depth markers should be clearly visible and legible.

SWFA.01.15- If a swimming pool is present, at a minimum, one "NO DIVING" sign is prominently displayed at or near a main entrance of the pool, in English at a minimum. "No Diving" International symbol is preferred. This stand-alone signage is in addition to the "no diving" symbol at each depth marker and the Pool Rules sign.

SWFA.01.15- Properties must have permanent "NO DIVING" markings, with minimum of 4 inch / 10cm letters, along the deck of the pool at or near each depth marking (maximum distance of 25 ft. / 7.62 meters between markings). A permanent (minimum of 4 inches / 10cm) "NO DIVING" international symbol is preferred.

SWFA.01.19- If a swimming pool is present, for pools over 5 feet / 1.5 meters deep only - The transition point of the pool from the shallow area to the 5 foot/1.5 meter deep area of the pool shall be visually set apart with a contrasting pool bottom color, row of floor tile, a painted line, or similar means using a color contrasting with the bottom. Where this is not possible a float line shall be provided running parallel to the deep side of the pool and securely anchored to the pool sides. In instances where the slop begins prior to the 5ft/1.5M mark, it is acceptable to have the float line or contrasting transition point located at that point.

SWFA.01.16- If a swimming pool is present, local safety rules and regulations must be prominently posted in the pool area in English at a minimum. At a minimum, general Pool Rules must be posted at the main entrance and/or towel booth (if applicable) and must include the hours of operation. It is acceptable for the hours of operation to be stated on a separate sign, prominently posted, at or near the Pool Rules sign. For pool/whirlpool combinations, where the whirlpool is directly connected to the pool, the hours of operation, of the whirlpool, may be stated on the same sign as the swimming pool.

SWFA.01.20- If a swimming pool is present, the following items are available and clearly visible within each pool area:<br>1) At least two life preserver rings, in good condition, attached to untangled ropes a minimum of 2/3 of the maximum width of the pool which are visible and easily accessible (coiled loosely). <br>2) A shepherd's hook is available and easily accessible at least 12 feet / 3.6 meters in length, or longer as required by local code; <br>3) One, clearly marked, no-dial emergency telephone or "call box" at each hotel's designated pool area(s) connected to a 24 hour staffed location, subject to local regulations. If a call box is used, it must allow for 2-way communication. "Emergency Phone" signage must be in place OR a red phone may be substituted for signage. Red casing for the phone is also acceptable.

SWFA.01.21- If a swimming pool is present, and the pool is unattended, sign must be posted noting that it is unattended, preferably, "No Lifeguard on Duty" in English at a minimum. It is acceptable for this notice to be included on the Pool Rules sign.

SWFA.01.18- If a swimming pool is present, swimming pool area must be lit at all times for night viewing and observation of the bottom of the pool, unless the pool area can be physically secured while the pool is closed.

SWFA.01.04- If a swimming pool or other recreational body of water is present, there are no diving boards, diving platforms or trampolines for use by the guests.

SWFA.01.05- If a swimming pool is present, all steps entering or exiting the pool must have a handrail.

Is Pool area supervision of children notice displayed and enforced?

Is pool signage in appropriate language/s for pool users?

Is Clear view of pool from Reception desk?

Is Pools secured with suitable controls in place to prevent unauthorised access to pool areas during non operational hours?

Is Chlorine with in the range of 1 to 3 in pool?

Is PH with in the range of 7.2 to 7.8?

Is Emergency alarm in the pool working?

Is Emergency phone in pool working?

Is loose or broken tiles in pool replaced?

Is pool area free of slip or trip hazards?

Are all surfaces, walkways and steps in wet areas of appropriate non-slip material?

Is last pool water legionella sample results negative?

Is only children over 16 permitted to access the pool alone or below the age accompanied by an adult?

Are numbers of persons permitted at any one time in the pool limited?

Is Emergency alarm in pool plant room working?

Is chemicals stored in a proper way with bunding, easly identifiable, MSDS available?

Is adequate PPEs available for chemical usage?

Is first aid kit available in plant rooms with Illustrated first aid resuscitation poster ?

Is Eye wash available in plant rooms?

Is plant rooms well lighted?

Is plant rooms free of leakage?

Is Fire alarms audible in all areas?

Is auto-dosing for chemicals working correctly?

Is the area free from slip and trip hazards?

Is filters, strainers in place, daily backwashing undertaken?

Is electrical connections secured?

SWFA.03.10- All AEDs must be accessible to members of the public (may not be placed behind any desk) and be clearly visible, with adequate signage. An AED should be placed at the following locations (where present): <br>1) If a fitness center is present, inside the fitness center <br><br>2) An AED maintenance vendor log must be in place, performed in accordance with manufacturer recommendations OR evidence of a weekly maintenance check performed by the AED program coordinator (for each AED). Minimum requirements for the weekly self-check must include 1) the date of check 2) who performed the check and 3) whether or not the AED is fully functional.

Is Emergency phone in the Gym working?

Is all gym equipment under maintenance contract?

Are guests & visitors suitably informed of the Safety Requirements before using any facility, in appropriate language/s?

Have high-risk individuals and groups been identified and an assessment carried out?

Is safe Exercise signage displayed

Is equipment in gym maintained in accordance with manufacturers instructions?

Is plugs of electrical equipment signed to prevent accidental switch off?

Is area free of trailing cables?

Is the area free from trip hazards?

SWFA.01.22- If a communal whirlpool is presen, Step treads and whirlpool deck has slip resistant surfaces.

SWFA.01.05- If a Whirlpool is present, all steps entering or exiting the pool must have a handrail.

SWFA.01.12- If a communal whirlpool is present, whirlpool must be equipped with an operable, clearly marked emergency shut-off switch that is accessible within the whirlpool area. Such shut-off switch must be located within 20 feet / 6.1 meters from the whirlpool. This switch must completely shut down all mechanical components.

SWFA.01.17- If a communal whirlpool is present, local safety rules and regulations must be prominently posted in the whirlpool area in English at a minimum. At a minimum, the Whirlpool Rules must be posted and must include the hours of operation. It is acceptable for the hours of operation to be stated on a separate sign, prominently posted, at or near the Whirlpool Rules sign. For pool/whirlpool combinations where the whirlpool is directly connected to the pool, the hours of operation of the whirlpool may be stated on the same sign as the swimming pool. However, the whirlpool rules sign must be separate from the swimming pool rules sign.

SWFA.01.22- If a communal whirlpool is presen, maximum water depth does not exceed 3' 6" / 1.06 meter measured from the water line.

SWFA.01.22- If a communal whirlpool is presen, maximum water temperature is 104F / 40C degrees.

SWFA.01.22- If a communal whirlpool is presen, Whirlpool steps are provided with a handrail. <br>

SWFA.01.22- If a communal whirlpool is presen, there are a minimum of two, clearly marked, permanent depth markings in feet and meters for any sized whirlpool. Such depth markers must be located on the deck OR posted signage.

Is changing room rules displayed in a prominent location and legible?

Is changing room rules decsribed in adequate languages?

Is Emergency alarm/ Emergency phone in pool changing rooms (Male and Female) working?

Is the area free from slip and trip hazards?