Ramada Hotel Hot Tub - Inspection Report

Inspection Information:
Facility Type:  Hot Tub/Therapeutic Pool (<19 sq.m)
Inspection type:  Follow-Up
Inspection date:  November 17, 2022
Follow-up Required:  Yes

This facility was given a moderate hazard rating.
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Field Tests
Chlorine (Total)
4.98 ppm
Chlorine (Free Available)
2.49 ppm
Chlorine (Combined)
Bromine (Free Available)
pH
8.27
Total Alkalinity
144 ppm
Total Hardness
Temperature
38
Clarity
clear
Cyanuric Acid

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

Code   Description / Observation / Corrective Action
101   Improper Water Chemistry/Water Clarity
Observation: Total alkalinity, pH, and combined chlorine were measured above the regulatory requirements. Public Health significance - High alkalinity can lead to cloudy water and scaling. High pH and combined chlorine can lead to irritation and decreased effectiveness of disinfectant.
Corrective Action: Adjust water chemistry to ensure that total alkalinity, pH, and combined chlorine are within regulatory requirements. Patrons should not be allowed into the pool until the pH and combined chlorine are within the regulatory requirements.