Balsam Gardens - Outdoor Pool
5410 Balsam St, Vancouver BC V6M 4B4 · Pool
Inspection summary
Balsam Gardens - Outdoor Pool has been inspected 2 times by Vancouver Coastal Health since September 18, 2023. The most recent inspection, on August 12, 2025, recorded 1 infraction.
None of the 2 inspections on record were free of infractions. No inspections are on record from the past 12 months. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pool and spa water quality.
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 7 times on September 18, 2023. For example:
The pool is operated in accordance with the terms and conditions of the permit
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 August 12, 2025. For example:
Construction or alterations have occurred with a valid construction permit or waiver.
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 once on September 18, 2023. For example:
Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
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.
2 inspections
- Routine
1 infraction
- Construction or alterations have occurred with a valid construction permit or waiver.
- Routine
8 infractions
- The pool is operated in accordance with the terms and conditions of the permit
- The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.
- The pool pH level is properly maintained
- pH level is not within 7.2 and 7.8
- The pool alkalinity is properly maintained
- Pool water velocity and recirculation rate is properly maintained
- The pool does not present any suction or entrapment hazards to pool patrons
- 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
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