Tumbler Ridge Aquatic Centre Whirlpool - Inspection Report

Inspection Information:
Facility Type:  Hot Tub/Therapeutic Pool (<19 sq.m)
Inspection type:  Routine
Inspection date:  August 08, 2023
Follow-up Required:  Yes

This facility was given a low hazard rating.
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Field Tests
Chlorine (Total)
2.58
Chlorine (Free Available)
1.69
Chlorine (Combined)
Bromine (Free Available)
pH
7.58
Total Alkalinity
113
Total Hardness
Temperature
40.2
Clarity
Cyanuric Acid

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

Code   Description / Observation / Corrective Action
305   Improper Maintenance of Pool Surface, Walkways, Floors and/or Construction
Observation: Floating weir missing or had broken off from all skimmer intake. Floating weirs skims off pool surface organic debris, such as hair and body oil, and preventing them from returning to the pool basin. These organic debris can carry harmful microbes and increase combined chlorine levels.
Corrective Action: Operator to install and replace broken weirs.
306   Improper Handrails, Ladders, and/or Diving Boards
Observation: Right handrail is not secure. Handrails should be secure to prevent possible slipping or falling hazard to swimmers who are using the whirlpool.
Corrective Action: Operator to secure handrails.