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Avila - Whirlpool

560 Cardero St, Vancouver BC V6G 3E9 · Hot Tub

Official record from Vancouver Coastal →

Inspection summary

Avila - Whirlpool has been inspected 25 times by Vancouver Coastal Health since July 9, 2015. The most recent inspection, on March 9, 2026, recorded 2 infractions.

1 of 25 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 2 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pool and spa water quality and Chemicals and toxic substances.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for the people using the facility. Higher-risk findings are the ones that could directly cause illness or injury, such as water that is not properly treated.

  • Pool and spa water qualityHigher risk

    For pools, spas and splash pads, inspectors test disinfectant levels, pH and water clarity, and check safety equipment. Water that is not properly treated can spread skin, ear and stomach infections.

    Recorded 72 times across 24 separate inspections, most recently on March 9, 2026. For example: The pool is operated in accordance with the terms and conditions of the permit

  • Chemicals and toxic substancesHigher risk

    Pool chemicals such as chlorine and acid must be labelled, stored apart from each other and handled safely. Mixing them by mistake can release toxic gas, so storage and handling problems are treated seriously.

    Recorded 4 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on January 30, 2019. For example: Chemicals are stored in a safe manner and location

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Pumps, filters, chemical feeders and safety equipment such as lifebuoys, reaching poles and first-aid kits must be present and working. Missing safety equipment can matter a great deal in an emergency.

    Recorded 13 times across 13 separate inspections, most recently on May 5, 2025. For example: Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Decks, ladders, fencing, drains, washrooms and signage must be in good repair. Damaged drain covers or broken fencing can be real safety hazards, while most other upkeep issues are lower risk.

    Recorded once on March 9, 2026. For example: Construction or alterations have occurred with a valid construction permit or waiver.

About this data

These results come from Vancouver Coastal 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.

25 inspections

  1. Routine

    2 infractions

    • Construction or alterations have occurred with a valid construction permit or waiver.
      • Construction or alteration of the pool has occurred without a permit or approved plans.
    • The pool is operated in accordance with the terms and conditions of the permit
      • Operator does not comply with terms and conditions of permit
  2. Routine

    3 infractions

    • The pool pH level is properly maintained
      • pH level is not within 7.2 and 7.8
    • The operator maintains the pool in good repair.
      • Handrails at steps, ladders and diving boards are not secure.
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • Flow meter is not functioning correctly
  3. Routine

    4 infractions

    • The pool disinfectant is properly maintained
      • Free available chlorine is in excess of 10 ppm.
    • The pool combined chlorine level is properly maintained
      • The pool combined chlorine level is greater than or equal to 1.0 ppm
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
    • An operator of a pool has prepared, maintains, and follows a written pool safety plan to ensure the health and safety of pool patrons
      • Pool safety plan not readily available to employees.
  4. Routine Follow-up

    2 infractions

    • The pool combined chlorine level is properly maintained
      • The pool combined chlorine level is greater than or equal to 1.0 ppm
    • Pool water velocity and recirculation rate is properly maintained
      • The pool water is not being recirculated at the design flow rate.
  5. Routine

    4 infractions

    • The pool combined chlorine level is properly maintained
    • The pool alkalinity is properly maintained
      • Alkalinity is not between 80 ppm and 120 ppm
    • Pool water velocity and recirculation rate is properly maintained
      • The pool water is not being recirculated at the design flow rate.
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
  6. Routine Follow-up

    2 infractions

    • Pool water velocity and recirculation rate is properly maintained
      • The pool water is not being recirculated at the design flow rate.
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
  7. Routine

    4 infractions

    • The pool pH level is properly maintained
      • pH level is not within 7.2 and 7.8
    • Pool water velocity and recirculation rate is properly maintained
      • The pool water is not being recirculated at the design flow rate.
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
    • An operator of a pool has prepared, maintains, and follows a written pool safety plan to ensure the health and safety of pool patrons
      • Pool safety plan not readily available to employees.
  8. Routine

    0 infractions

  9. Routine

    1 infraction

    • The pool alkalinity is properly maintained
      • Alkalinity is not between 80 ppm and 120 ppm
  10. Routine Follow-up

    2 infractions

    • The pool combined chlorine level is properly maintained
    • The pool alkalinity is properly maintained
      • Alkalinity is not between 80 ppm and 120 ppm
  11. Routine

    3 infractions

    • The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.
      • Permit to Operate is not posted in a prominent location.
    • The pool disinfectant is properly maintained
      • Free available chlorine is less than 1.5 ppm at temperature above 30°C.
    • The operator maintains the pool in good repair.
  12. Routine Follow-up

    3 infractions

    • The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.
      • Permit to Operate is not posted in a prominent location.
    • The pool alkalinity is properly maintained
      • Alkalinity is not between 80 ppm and 120 ppm
    • The pool combined chlorine level is properly maintained
      • The pool combined chlorine level is greater than or equal to 1.0 ppm
  13. Routine

    5 infractions

    • Construction of the pool is in accordance with approved plans and specifications.
    • The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.
      • Permit to Operate is not posted in a prominent location.
    • The pool alkalinity is properly maintained
      • Alkalinity is not between 80 ppm and 120 ppm
    • The pool combined chlorine level is properly maintained
      • The pool combined chlorine level is greater than or equal to 1.0 ppm
    • An operator of a pool has prepared, maintains, and follows a written pool safety plan to ensure the health and safety of pool patrons
  14. Routine Follow-up

    3 infractions

    • The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.
      • Permit to Operate is not posted in a prominent location.
    • The pool pH level is properly maintained
      • pH level is not within 7.2 and 7.8
    • An operator of a pool has prepared, maintains, and follows a written pool safety plan to ensure the health and safety of pool patrons
  15. Routine

    7 infractions

    • Construction of the pool is in accordance with approved plans and specifications.
    • The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.
      • Permit to Operate is not posted in a prominent location.
    • The pool pH level is properly maintained
      • pH level is not within 7.2 and 7.8
    • Pool water velocity and recirculation rate is properly maintained
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • Flow meter is not functioning correctly
    • Chemicals are stored in a safe manner and location
    • An operator of a pool has prepared, maintains, and follows a written pool safety plan to ensure the health and safety of pool patrons
  16. Routine Follow-up

    4 infractions

    • Construction of the pool is in accordance with approved plans and specifications.
    • The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.
      • Permit to Operate is not posted in a prominent location.
    • The pool combined chlorine level is properly maintained
      • The pool combined chlorine level is greater than or equal to 1.0 ppm
    • An operator of a pool has prepared, maintains, and follows a written pool safety plan to ensure the health and safety of pool patrons
      • Pool safety plan not readily available to employees.
  17. Routine Follow-up

    5 infractions

    • The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.
      • Permit to Operate is not posted in a prominent location.
    • The pool is regularly maintained and kept in good repair by an appropriately trained person
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
    • Chemicals are stored in a safe manner and location
      • Incompatible chemicals (Strong acids, strong bases, chlorine and organic chlorines) are not adequately separated.
    • An operator of a pool has prepared, maintains, and follows a written pool safety plan to ensure the health and safety of pool patrons
      • Pool safety plan not readily available to employees.
  18. Routine Follow-up

    6 infractions

    • The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.
      • Permit to Operate is not posted in a prominent location.
    • The pool combined chlorine level is properly maintained
      • The pool combined chlorine level is greater than or equal to 1.0 ppm
    • Pool water velocity and recirculation rate is properly maintained
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • Flow meter is not functioning correctly
    • Chemicals are stored in a safe manner and location
      • Incompatible chemicals (Strong acids, strong bases, chlorine and organic chlorines) are not adequately separated.
      • Liquid acid and liquid chlorine containers stored in the same room are not adequately protected from each other through proper barriers.
    • An operator of a pool has prepared, maintains, and follows a written pool safety plan to ensure the health and safety of pool patrons
  19. Routine

    7 infractions

    • The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.
      • Permit to Operate is not posted in a prominent location.
    • The pool alkalinity is properly maintained
      • Alkalinity is not between 80 ppm and 120 ppm
    • The pool combined chlorine level is properly maintained
      • The pool combined chlorine level is greater than or equal to 1.0 ppm
    • Pool water velocity and recirculation rate is properly maintained
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • Flow meter is not functioning correctly
    • Chemicals are stored in a safe manner and location
      • Incompatible chemicals (Strong acids, strong bases, chlorine and organic chlorines) are not adequately separated.
    • An operator of a pool has prepared, maintains, and follows a written pool safety plan to ensure the health and safety of pool patrons
  20. Routine

    4 infractions

    • The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.
      • Permit to Operate is not posted in a prominent location.
    • The pool combined chlorine level is properly maintained
      • The pool combined chlorine level is greater than or equal to 1.0 ppm
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • Flow meter is not functioning correctly
    • Daily pool records are adequately maintained and available on site
      • Results of daily water testing is inadequately recorded: Free Available Chlorine, Combined Available Chlorine and pH is tested and recorded at least twice daily; Alkalinity and Cyanuric Acid is tested and recorded at least weekly.
  21. Routine

    5 infractions

    • The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.
      • Permit to Operate is not posted in a prominent location.
    • The pool disinfectant is properly maintained
      • Free available chlorine is less than 1.5 ppm at temperature > 30°C
    • The pool combined chlorine level is properly maintained
      • The pool combined chlorine level is greater than or equal to 1.0 ppm
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • Flow meter is not functioning correctly
    • Daily pool records are adequately maintained and available on site
      • Results of daily water testing is inadequately recorded: Free Available Chlorine, Combined Available Chlorine and pH is tested and recorded at least twice daily; Alkalinity and Cyanuric Acid is tested and recorded at least weekly.
  22. Routine

    6 infractions

    • The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.
      • Permit to Operate is not posted in a prominent location.
    • The pool pH level is properly maintained
    • The pool alkalinity is properly maintained
      • Alkalinity is not between 80 ppm and 120 ppm
    • The pool combined chlorine level is properly maintained
      • The pool combined chlorine level is greater than or equal to 1.0 ppm
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • Flow meter is not functioning correctly
    • Daily pool records are adequately maintained and available on site
      • Results of daily water testing is inadequately recorded: Free Available Chlorine, Combined Available Chlorine and pH is tested and recorded at least twice daily; Alkalinity and Cyanuric Acid is tested and recorded at least weekly.
  23. Routine Follow-up

    1 infraction

    • Daily pool records are adequately maintained and available on site
      • Results of daily water testing is inadequately recorded: Free Available Chlorine, Combined Available Chlorine and pH is tested and recorded at least twice daily; Alkalinity and Cyanuric Acid is tested and recorded at least weekly.
  24. Routine

    4 infractions

    • The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.
    • The pool alkalinity is properly maintained
      • Alkalinity is not between 80 ppm and 120 ppm
    • The pool combined chlorine level is properly maintained
      • The pool combined chlorine level is greater than or equal to 1.0 ppm
    • Daily pool records are adequately maintained and available on site
      • Results of daily water testing is inadequately recorded: Free Available Chlorine, Combined Available Chlorine and pH is tested and recorded at least twice daily; Alkalinity and Cyanuric Acid is tested and recorded at least weekly.
  25. Routine

    3 infractions

    • The pool alkalinity is properly maintained
      • Alkalinity is not between 80 ppm and 120 ppm
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
    • Daily pool records are adequately maintained and available on site
      • Results of daily water testing is inadequately recorded: Free Available Chlorine, Combined Available Chlorine and pH is tested and recorded at least twice daily; Alkalinity and Cyanuric Acid is tested and recorded at least weekly.

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