I'm sharing a serious concern about mold and bacteria contamination at a local gym's sauna, an issue I believe has been mishandled, potentially even covered up. Here's the situation:
The sauna was visibly contaminated with mold, mildew, bacteria, and likely viruses (photos are available), which I reported to the Daytona Beach Health Department and Code Enforcement. About 15 days later, CFL was reportedly brought in to test the sauna. However, I suspect the gym thoroughly cleaned the sauna prior to CFL's inspection, leading to a certification of safety. I contacted CFL for clarification, but he declined to speak with me. This is especially troubling because I have independent tests from Mold Armor (visible in one of my images) that conflict with CFL's results. My own blood and urine tests also reveal the same contaminants present in my body, aligning with the sauna's contamination.
It's important to highlight the structural flaws of this sauna: it lacks a floor drain, and the bench is nailed to the wall, which prevents proper cleaning. The sauna has been in operation for over ten years, with nightly shutdowns and a humidity level reaching 99%. Given these conditions, it's hard to believe this wasn't a severe health hazard.
My father and I previously hired this inspector, but now we're concerned about the reliability of his testing practices. I want to know the truth about the extent of the cleaning performed before his inspection and for him to address these concerns. My images and videos on YouTube show a very different story than his certified report. Buyer beware. read more