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Advance Hair and Spa

150 - 2525 36 Street NE Calgary AB T1Y 5T4 · Personal Services

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Inspection summary

Advance Hair and Spa has been inspected 3 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since November 27, 2024. The most recent inspection, on October 16, 2026, found no infractions.

2 of 3 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 5 infractions recorded. All recorded findings relate to upkeep, equipment or paperwork rather than direct infection-control risks to clients.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for clients. In personal service settings like salons, spas and tattoo studios, higher-risk findings are the ones that could spread infection from one client to the next, through broken skin, blood or instruments that were not properly cleaned and sterilized.

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Instruments, chairs, tables and footbaths must be made of materials that can be cleaned, kept in good repair and stored so they stay clean. Single-use items such as nail files, buffers, razors and needles must be thrown away after each client.

    Recorded 2 times on September 18, 2026. For example: Is single-use or uncleanable equipment being used as intended (Critical)?

  • Permits, records and postingLower risk

    Operating permits, client records, sterilization logs and required signage. Client records matter because they let health officials contact people if an infection is linked to the business.

    Recorded once on September 18, 2026. For example: Are facility-specific written procedures established to adequately describe safe and sanitary practices?

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    The premises needs a working hand sink, a separate sink for cleaning instruments where required, cleanable surfaces, and good lighting and ventilation. Upkeep problems are usually lower risk on their own, but they make thorough cleaning harder.

    Recorded once on September 18, 2026. For example: Is the facility properly constructed and maintained to allow for the safe and sanitary provision of personal services (Non-Critical)?

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded once on September 18, 2026. For example: Are cosmetic products appropriate for their intended use and being handled properly?

About this data

These results come from Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health), which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

3 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Monitoring Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 03. Are facility-specific written procedures established to adequately describe safe and sanitary practices?
      • Written procedures were provided for the following 1. Accidental skin cuts or punctures2. Cleansing the skin3. Handwashing and equipment reprocessing sink decontamination4. After care information. Ensure that written procedures are followed by all staff members.
    • 13. Is single-use or uncleanable equipment being used as intended (Critical)?
      • Single-use items, including nail files and buffers, were being reused at nail stations. In addition, single-use head covers were observed being stored in drawers at hair coloring stations, indicating the potential for reuse.All single-use items, including buffers, files, and head covers, are discarded immediately after use and are not reused on another client. Single-use items are intended for one-time use only and must be properly disposed of after each service.
    • 20. Is reusable equipment disinfected properly?
      • It was observed that1. Expired disinfectants were being used at the time of inspection, including a high-level disinfectant (CS20) with an expiry date of May 25, 2024, and intermediate-level disinfectants (PREempt RTU) with expiry dates of June 2026 and September 2026. The use of expired disinfectants may compromise their effectiveness and increase the risk of inadequate disinfection of equipment and instruments.2. Hairbrushes were visibly soiled, with hair debris and entangled hair remaining on the brushes, indicating inadequate cleaning between uses.Ensure that 1. All disinfectants are used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and within their expiry dates. All expired disinfectant products are immediately removed from service and discarded. A system is implemented to routinely monitor and track disinfectant expiry dates to prevent the use of expired products.2. Hairbrushes are thoroughly cleaned to remove all hair and debris and are appropriately disinfected after each use and before reuse.
    • 26. Are cosmetic products appropriate for their intended use and being handled properly?
      • Unlabeled chemical and spray bottles were observed being used at the time of inspection. The absence of labels increases the risk of chemical misidentification, improper use and accidental application of the wrong product on clients, which may result in adverse health effects.Ensure that all chemical containers and spray bottles are clearly labeled with their contents at all times. Labels must be legible and maintained on all bottles to reduce the risk of misuse, facilitate safe handling and ensure products are used as intended.
    • 29. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained to allow for the safe and sanitary provision of personal services (Non-Critical)?
      • At the time of inspection, it was observed that1. The service chair at the nail service station had visible damage to the surface, making it porous and difficult to effectively clean and disinfect.2. The ceiling in the laundry room showed signs of water damage and several ceiling tiles were misplaced or misfit, creating a potential entry point for pests into the facility.Ensure that:1. All furnishings and equipment used in service areas are maintained in good repair with smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable surfaces. Repair or replace the damaged service chair to allow for effective cleaning and disinfection and to help prevent the accumulation of contaminants.2. The water-damaged ceiling is repaired and all ceiling tiles are properly fitted and maintained in good condition to prevent pest entry and facilitate effective cleaning and maintenance of the facility.
  3. Initial Inspection

    0 infractions

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