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Banff Rocky Mountain Resort - Swimming pool

1029 Banff Avenue Banff AB T1L 1A2 · Aquatic Facility

14 inspections

  1. Demand Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
      • *Repeat Violation*Skimmer by the main drain was missing floating weir. - Please install weirs to ensure maximum flow of water through the skimmers.
    • 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
      • Handrail nearest to door leading to outdoor whirlpool is loose and can be lifted. - Secure handrail.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • There was some debris noted in the basin. - Please clean the basin, ensure it is maintained in a sanitary manner.*Basin was to be cleaned later today*
    • 16. Are proper testing, monitoring, and other records being properly maintained?
      • Automated readings for pH and ORP and the set points were not being recorded on the daily log sheets. *Values for automated readings and setpoints need to be recorded daily*- Please ensure these values are recorded daily.
  2. Demand Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • Water sample from Wednesday April 1st, 2026, had an HPC of 3,840 CFU/ml. - Operators were informed to treat and re-sample.
    • 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
      • *Repeat Violation*Skimmer by the main drain was missing floating weir. - Please install weirs to ensure maximum flow of water through the skimmers.
    • 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
      • Handrail nearest to door leading to outdoor whirlpool is loose and can be lifted. - Secure handrail.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • There was some debris noted in the basin. - Please clean the basin, ensure it is maintained in a sanitary manner.*Basin was to be cleaned later today*
    • 16. Are proper testing, monitoring, and other records being properly maintained?
      • Automated readings for pH and ORP and the set points were not being recorded on the daily log sheets. *Values for automated readings and setpoints need to be recorded daily*- Please ensure these values are recorded daily.
  3. Risk Management Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
      • *Repeat Violation*Skimmer by the main drain was missing floating weir. - Please install weirs to ensure maximum flow of water through the skimmers.
    • 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
      • Handrail nearest to door leading to outdoor whirlpool is loose and can be lifted. - Secure handrail.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • There was some debris noted in the basin. - Please clean the basin, ensure it is maintained in a sanitary manner.*Basin was to be cleaned later today*
    • 16. Are proper testing, monitoring, and other records being properly maintained?
      • Automated readings for pH and ORP and the set points were not being recorded on the daily log sheets. *Values for automated readings and setpoints need to be recorded daily*- Please ensure these values are recorded daily.
    • 17. Does the pool have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?
      • *Repeat Violations* Written policies and procedures have not been developed in accordance with the pool standards. - Please ensure proper plans and procedures are created and are kept onsite. These plans include Safety and Supervision Plan, Sanitation Plan, Water Quality Incident Response Plans for Fecal, Diarrheal, vomitus, and bad bacteriological results.
  4. Monitoring Inspection

    6 infractions

    • 04. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
      • pH was initially too high at 7.7, was brought down to 7.6 and automated reader was re-set to 7.2.- Please ensure pH remains within the 6.8-7.6 range. Documents in the testing area stated pH should be maintained between 7.0-8.0, this is not correct please change to proper range which is 6.8-7.6.
    • 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
      • *Repeat Violation*Skimmers by the main drain was missing floating weir. - Please install weirs to ensure maximum flow of water through the skimmers.
    • 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
      • Handrail nearest to door leading to outdoor whirlpool is loose and can be lifted. - Secure handrail.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • There was some debris noted in the basin. - Please clean the basin, ensure it is maintained in a sanitary manner.
    • 16. Are proper testing, monitoring, and other records being properly maintained?
      • 1) Automated readings for pH and ORP and the set points were not being recorded on the daily log sheets. - Please ensure these values are recorded daily. 2) Some out of range values were recorded with no actions taken to get them back into range. - Please ensure that if unsatisfactory chemical tests are performed, actions are taken to ensure the chemistry in the basin is adequate.
    • 17. Does the pool have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?
      • *Repeat Violations* Written policies and procedures have not been developed in accordance with the pool standards. - Please ensure proper plans and procedures are created and are kept onsite. These plans include Safety and Supervision Plan, Sanitation Plan, Water Quality Incident Response Plans for Fecal, Diarrheal, vomitus, and bad bacteriological results.
  5. Demand Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • Water sample from Monday June 23rd, 2025, was not processed by the lab. Missing time/date information on the form.- Operators were informed to submit a re-sample
    • 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
      • Both skimmers are missing floating weirs. - Please install weirs to ensure maximum flow of water through the skimmers.
    • 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
      • Handrail nearest to door leading to outdoor whirlpool is loose and can be lifted. - Secure handrail.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • There was some debris noted in the basin. - Please clean the basin, ensure it is maintained in a sanitary manner.
    • 17. Does the pool have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?
      • SEE COMMON AREA REPORT
  6. Demand Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • Water sample from Monday March 31st, 2025, was not processed by the lab. Missing ID sticker on the bottle.- Operators were informed to submit a re-sample
    • 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
      • Both skimmers are missing floating weirs. - Please install weirs to ensure maximum flow of water through the skimmers.
    • 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
      • Handrail nearest to door leading to outdoor whirlpool is loose and can be lifted. - Secure handrail.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • There was some debris noted in the basin. - Please clean the basin, ensure it is maintained in a sanitary manner.
    • 17. Does the pool have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?
      • SEE COMMON AREA REPORT
  7. Monitoring Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
      • Both skimmers are missing floating weirs. - Please install weirs to ensure maximum flow of water through the skimmers.
    • 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
      • Handrail nearest to door leading to outdoor whirlpool is loose and can be lifted. - Secure handrail.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • There was some debris noted in the basin. - Please clean the basin, ensure it is maintained in a sanitary manner.
    • 17. Does the pool have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?
      • SEE COMMON AREA REPORT
  8. Demand Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • Water sample from Monday February 10th, 2025, had an HPC of 430 CFU/ml. - Operators were informed to treat and re-sample.
    • 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
      • Handrail nearest to door leading to outdoor whirlpool is loose and can be lifted. - Secure handrail.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • Missing tiles by the stairs next to the change room doors.- Repair or replace any broken or missing tiles.
    • 16. Are proper testing, monitoring, and other records being properly maintained?
      • SEE COMMON AREA REPORT
    • 17. Does the pool have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?
      • SEE COMMON AREA REPORT
  9. Demand Inspection

    6 infractions

    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • Water sample from Monday July 15th, 2024, was not processed by the lab. Missing date and time information on form. Operators were informed to submit a re-sample.
    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • Dec.23/24; Sample had HPC of 700cfu/ml. Treat and resample.
    • 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
      • Handrail nearest to door leading to outdoor whirlpool is loose and can be lifted. - Secure handrail.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • Missing tiles by the stairs next to the change room doors.- Repair or replace any broken or missing tiles.
    • 16. Are proper testing, monitoring, and other records being properly maintained?
      • SEE COMMON AREA REPORT
    • 17. Does the pool have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?
      • SEE COMMON AREA REPORT
  10. Demand Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • Water sample from Monday July 15th, 2024, was not processed by the lab. Missing date and time information on form. Operators were informed to submit a re-sample.
    • 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
      • Handrail nearest to door leading to outdoor whirlpool is loose and can be lifted. - Secure handrail.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • Missing tiles by the stairs next to the change room doors.- Repair or replace any broken or missing tiles.
    • 16. Are proper testing, monitoring, and other records being properly maintained?
      • SEE COMMON AREA REPORT
    • 17. Does the pool have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?
      • SEE COMMON AREA REPORT
  11. Monitoring Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
      • Handrail nearest to door leading to outdoor whirlpool is loose and can be lifted. - Secure handrail.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • Missing tiles by the stairs next to the change room doors.- Repair or replace any broken or missing tiles.
    • 16. Are proper testing, monitoring, and other records being properly maintained?
      • SEE COMMON AREA REPORT
    • 17. Does the pool have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?
      • SEE COMMON AREA REPORT
  12. Demand Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • Water sample from Tuesday May 21st, 2024, was not processed due to missing information on the requisition form. - Operators were informed to submit a re-sample.
    • 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
      • Handrail nearest to door leading to outdoor whirlpool is loose and can be lifted. - Secure handrail.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • 1) Missing tiles by the stairs next to the change room doors.- Repair or replace any broken or missing tiles.
    • 16. Are proper testing, monitoring, and other records being properly maintained?
      • SEE COMMON AREA REPORT
    • 17. Does the pool have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?
      • SEE COMMON AREA REPORT
  13. Monitoring Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
      • Handrail nearest to door leading to outdoor whirlpool is loose and can be lifted. - Secure handrail.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • 1) Missing tiles by the stairs next to the change room doors.- Repair or replace any broken or missing tiles.
    • 16. Are proper testing, monitoring, and other records being properly maintained?
      • SEE COMMON AREA REPORT
    • 17. Does the pool have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?
      • SEE COMMON AREA REPORT
  14. Demand Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • Water sample from October 3, 2023 was rejected by the lab for having no ID number on the bottle. Operator was asked to resubmit on Thursday.
    • 04. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
      • pH measured on Taylor test kit at approximately 7.6 (test tube is discoloured and cloudy). Photometer test for pH was above 7.6. Recalibrate controller to manual readings (at 7.4) and ensure enough acid is being fed to adjust pH.
    • 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
      • Handrail nearest to door leading to outdoor whirlpool is loose and can be lifted. Secure handrail.
    • 16. Are proper testing, monitoring, and other records being properly maintained?
      • SEE COMMON AREA REPORT
    • 17. Does the pool have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?
      • SEE COMMON AREA REPORT