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Douglas Fir Resort - Waterslide Common

525 Tunnel Mountain Road Banff AB T1L 1B2 · Aquatic Facility - Common Area

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Inspection summary

Douglas Fir Resort - Waterslide Common has been inspected 4 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since November 6, 2023. The most recent inspection, on December 22, 2025, recorded 1 infraction.

None of the 4 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 1 infraction recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control and Pool and spa water quality.

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.

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Inspectors check that anything that has to be kept at a set temperature, such as chilled or hot food, or equipment like sterilizers, stays in its safe range and that accurate thermometers are on hand. With food, temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on December 22, 2025. For example: Is the pool premises maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?

  • 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on May 8, 2024. For example: Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool premises providing a safe environment (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 3 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on May 8, 2024. For example: Does the pool premises 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.

4 inspections

  1. Demand Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 09. Is the pool premises maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • Many of the tiles in the pool deck area and in the men's and women's changerooms were in poor condition and require cleaning or replacing. There was some debris buildup on the floor drains throughout the facility. Additional cleaning is required in the washrooms. - Please ensure the pool deck is maintained in a clean and sanitary manner. All barefoot areas need to be frequently cleaned.
  2. Monitoring Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 09. Is the pool premises maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • 1) The paint on the kiddie pool water feature is chipped.- Repaint and repair the feature, ensure this surface is smooth. 2) There was some dirt and debris in the women's and men's changerooms. - Clean the changerooms, ensure they are maintained in a clean and sanitary measure.
  3. Monitoring Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 08. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool premises providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
      • Heater covers (painted red) on the way up the waterslide stairs are in disrepair (rusted and sharp edges). *New covers have been ordered* - Repair or replace the covers so they do not create a risk of physical injury.
    • 09. Is the pool premises maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • 1) Some of the tiles around the kiddie pool are cracked and damaged. - Repair or replace as needed, ensure all tiles in the pool area are in good condition. 2) The paint on the kiddie pool water feature is chipped.- Repaint and repair the feature, ensure this surface is smooth. 3) There was some dirt and debris in the women's and men's changerooms. - Clean the changerooms, ensure they are maintained in a clean and sanitary measure.
    • 11. Does the pool premises have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?
      • Safety and supervision plan was not available onsite. - Ensure this plan is created and kept onsite.
  4. Monitoring Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 08. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool premises providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) Heater cover (painted red) on the way up the waterslide stairs has one portion which is rusted/has sharp edges. - Repair or replace the cover so it does not create a risk of physical injury.2) Caulking around entrances to waterslides is starting to separate from tiles/not fully sealed.- Add or replace caulking where needed.
    • 11. Does the pool premises have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?
      • Anti-entrapment plan is outdated and does not indicate the expiry dates of the new drain covers. - Update anti-entrapment plan and ensure a copy of it is kept onsite.
    • 11. Does the pool premises have adequate written policies, plans and posted rules and safety information to ensure that the pool is operating in a safe manner?
      • Safety and supervision plan, sanitation plan, and water quality incident plan were not able to be located. - Ensure a copy of these plans is kept onsite in a location that is known to staff.

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