Ramada Valemount, BC - Inspection Report

Inspection Information:
Facility Type:  Hot Tub/Therapeutic Pool (<19 sq.m)
Inspection type:  Follow-Up
Inspection date:  January 09, 2007
Follow-up Required:  Yes

This facility was given a high hazard rating.
More information on hazard ratings.

Field Tests
Chlorine (Total)
Chlorine (Free Available)
>3.5 (50ppm)
Chlorine (Combined)
Bromine (Free Available)
pH
7.5
Total Alkalinity
Total Hardness
Temperature
Clarity
Cyanuric Acid

Violations:
A summary of the violations found during the inspection are listed below.

Code   Description / Observation / Corrective Action
413  Critical Other (specify below)
Observation: Chlorine concentration excessively high @ 50-100ppm. Should be 3-5ppm.
Corrective Action: Hot Tub is to remain closed until closure Order recinded by Health Officer or Building Inspector.
417   Inadequate maintenance of pool equipment
Observation: 1. Large amount of sand in hot tub. This is a problem from previous inspections. There is obviously a leak in the re-circulation system between the filer and the tub. 2. Leaks in pump room and sand in hot tub. Very low pressure in sand filter.
Corrective Action: 1. Obtain advice from a hot-tub/pool specialist or company. (You can try Jack Hoy in Valemount) 2. Operator must obtain professional advice regarding leaks in the pump room and sand in the hot tub. Repair system.
421   Other (specify below)
Observation: Operator is requested to take Pool Operator Training to improve his understanding of the maintenance of pools and to prevent recurrent problems.
Corrective Action: Take Pool Operator Training.