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Dr. Duncan Murray Recreational Centre - Whirlpool

805 Switzer Drive Hinton AB T7V 1V1 · Aquatic Facility

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Inspection summary

Dr. Duncan Murray Recreational Centre - Whirlpool has been inspected 15 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since October 24, 2023. The most recent inspection, on July 2, 2026, found no infractions.

9 of 15 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 2 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pool and spa water quality and Chemicals and toxic substances.

The last 2 inspections in a row found no infractions. 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 5 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on December 5, 2025. For example: Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on December 5, 2025. For example: Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?

  • Permits, records and postingLower risk

    Operating permits, water-test logs, posted bather rules and emergency procedures. Daily test logs are how operators show the water was checked and treated between inspections.

    Recorded once on March 7, 2024. For example: Are proper testing, monitoring, and other records being properly maintained?

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.

15 inspections

  1. Monitoring Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Monitoring Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • The total alkalinity measured to be at 29 ppm. The standard level for Total Alkalinity is between 60 and 180 ppm.Please resolve the issue and inform the PHI.
    • 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
      • Turnover period is calculated to be ~ 27 minutes.Please adjust the flow rate of the whirlpool to ensure the turnover period is adequate to maintain water quality.
  4. Monitoring Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Demand Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
      • Water sample collected on December 23 was not satisfactory - Total Coliforms present.
  7. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Monitoring Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 04. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
      • The pH of the water in the pool was 6.5. Please maintain pH between 6.8 and 7.6.
    • 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
      • Turnover period is calculated to be ~ 50 minutes. Please adjust the flow rate of the whirlpool to ensure the turnover period is adequate to maintain water quality.
  9. Demand Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • Sample collected on August 20 was unsatisfactory - HPC: 130.
  10. Demand Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
      • The microbiological water sample result submitted on 2024-Jun-25 was unsatisfactory.Pseudomonas: ISOLATEDPlease review the water chemistry and treat the hot tub. Take a re-sample once treatment is complete and the water chemistry is rebalanced.
  11. Monitoring Inspection

    0 infractions

  12. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  13. Demand Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 16. Are proper testing, monitoring, and other records being properly maintained?
      • Accession: WE-24-0022236Sample was not processed.Sample was received more than 24 hours after collection.
  14. Monitoring Inspection

    0 infractions

  15. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

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