PG Aquatic Centre Whirlpool - Inspection Report

Inspection Information:
Facility Type:  Hot Tub/Therapeutic Pool (<19 sq.m)
Inspection type:  Routine
Inspection date:  October 14, 2020
Follow-up Required:  Yes

This facility was given a low hazard rating.
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Field Tests
Chlorine (Total)
2.34
Chlorine (Free Available)
2.11
Chlorine (Combined)
Bromine (Free Available)
pH
7.23
Total Alkalinity
40
Total Hardness
Temperature
38.4
Clarity
Good
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: The total alkalinity was measured to be 40 ppm. Total alkalinity is a buffer to the pH and measures the water's ability to resist change in pH. Alkalinity that is too low will result in pH bounce which means that any chemicals that is added can exponentially affect the pH.
Corrective Action: Adjust the total alkalinity to 80-120 ppm as per the BC Pools Regulation. Sodium bicarbonate can be used to raise the alkalinity.