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Best Western Plus Inn and Suites - Whirlpool

6839 66 Street Red Deer AB T4P 3T5 · Aquatic Facility

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Inspection summary

Best Western Plus Inn and Suites - Whirlpool has been inspected 13 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since March 5, 2024. The most recent inspection, on January 22, 2026, found no infractions.

5 of 13 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 5 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pool and spa water quality and Chemicals and toxic substances.

The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.

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 9 times across 8 separate inspections, most recently on November 27, 2025. For example: Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Critical)?

  • 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 once on November 19, 2025. For example: Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?

  • Food safety training and certificationLower risk

    Many jurisdictions require trained pool operators and certified lifeguards. These findings mean required training, certification or staffing records were missing at the time of inspection.

    Recorded once on November 19, 2025. For example: 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?

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.

13 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 12. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Critical)?
      • The whirlpools chemistry was found to be outside the appropriate operating range. The free available chlorine levels measured above acceptable levels. The maintenance manager found FAC levels to be 14.5 mg/L earlier in the day. The maintenance manager was informed that this will need to be rectified. Ecolab has been arranged for today to service the chlorine distribution system. A follow-up assessment will be required to re-measure the chemical levels.
  3. Monitoring Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • Combine Chlorine 1.45Total Alkalinity 141Elevated combined chlorine levels appear to be due to the insufficient water cascading. A lack of cascading is possibly related to the missing floating weir. Please install a floating weir to ensure proper circulation and help lowering combine chlorine levels.
    • 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
      • The skimmer near the pool was missing the floating weir. Please ensure replacement of the floating weir or installing a basket weir. The floating weir is an important part of disinfecting a whirlpool. This part will draw in the top layer of water, where the contamination will commonly collect due to bathers, and will assist in disinfecting the water.
    • 12. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Critical)?
      • Secondary entrapment (SVRS) was not operational during the inspection. When asked to demonstrate the testing procedure for the pressure release system, the maintenance manager was unable to do so. A discussion with the maintenance manager, was held regarding the need to repair the SVRS system promptly. A follow- up inspection will be conducted next week to confirm that the system is functioning properly. In the interim, the main drains have been shut off, and the skimmers will serve as the primary means of circulation. If the water chemistry is negatively affected by this change, the pool must be closed until the SVRS system has been repaired and the inspector has completed the follow up assessment.
    • 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?
      • A new anti-entrapment plan is required due to the recent installation of updated filer covers at the pool. To maintain compliance with regulations, a revised anti- entrapment plan must be created. The maintenance manager has been information that this plan must be completed in one week.
  4. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 09. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this pool (Critical)?
      • Pool currently closed due to broken underground lines and will require replacement.
  5. Monitoring Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 09. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this pool (Critical)?
      • Pool currently closed due to broken underground lines and will require replacement.
  6. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • Water sample results collected November 20, 2024, indicated: HPC" 3,740 <= CFU/mL.Instructions relayed to operator.
  8. Monitoring Inspection

    0 infractions

  9. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  10. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
      • Water sample results indicate a presence of total coliforms and HPC = 30, for the Best Western whirlpool, in the sample collected October 16th, 2024. PHI discussed with John. Information provided to operator to super-chlorinate, recirculate, balance pool water chemistry and resample.
  11. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
      • Water sample results indicate a presence of total coliforms and HPC = 30, for the Best Western whirlpool, in the sample collected October 16th, 2024. PHI discussed with John. Information provided to operator to super-chlorinate, recirculate, balance pool water chemistry and resample.
  12. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  13. Monitoring Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 06. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Critical)?
      • Flow meter was not functional at the time of the inspection. Turnover and filtration rates could not be determined.**Please have the flow meter repaired.

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