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Inspection Information:
| Facility Type: | Hot Tub/Therapeutic Pool (<19 sq.m) |
| Inspection type: | Follow-Up |
| Inspection date: | May 11, 2023 |
| Follow-up Required: | Yes |
This facility was given a moderate hazard rating.
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| Chlorine (Total) 4.69 ppm |
Chlorine (Free Available) 3.61 ppm |
Chlorine (Combined) |
Bromine (Free Available) |
| pH 6.78 |
Total Alkalinity 84 |
Total Hardness |
Temperature 41.6 Celsius |
| Clarity clear |
Cyanuric Acid |
Violations:
A summary of the violations found during the inspection are listed below.
| Code | Description / Observation / Corrective Action |
| 101 | Critical Repeat Improper Water Chemistry/Water Clarity Observation: Combined chlorine and pH were measured outside the regulatory requirements. Public Health significance - low pH and high combined chlorine can cause eye and skin irritation. Corrective Action: Adjust the water chemistry so that the combined chlorine and pH are within the regulatory requirements. |
| 103 | Critical Repeat Improper Pool Temperature Observation: Hot tub temperature was measured at 41.6 degrees Celsius during the inspection. Public Health Significance - temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius can lead to heat stroke and other health concerns in pool patrons. Corrective Action: Reduce water temperature of hot tub below 40 degrees Celsius. Ensure that the temperature of the hot-tub basin is measured on a regular basis. |
| 308 | Improper Step and/or Depth Markings Observation: Nose of steps leading into hot tub are not marked with contrasting colours. Public Health significance - constrasting colours are important to prevent injury or drowning of pool patrons due to misstepping. Corrective Action: Nose of steps needs to be marked with constrating colours. |