Pomeroy Hotel - Whirlpool
10108 Manning Avenue Fort McMurray AB T9H 2C3 · Aquatic Facility
30 inspections
- Risk Management Inspection
2 infractions
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Result indicates Pseudomonas aeruginosa was isolated from water sample.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Result indicates HPC at 1,560 cfu/mL from the water sample submitted.
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
2 infractions
- 04. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- pH level of hot tub was measured at 8.3. Manager recalibrated the pool automated system controller to balance the water during inspection. Manager stated that controller will take some time to reduce the water pH.
- 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
- The clock for the hot tub pool was not functioning properly. The battery in the clock was changed during inspection.
- 04. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
2 infractions
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Water result indicates 460 CFU/mL Heterotrophic Plate count (HPC) bacteria was detected from submitted sample.Ensure that pool water is treated as recommended. Resubmit a sample for analysis this week.
- 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Total alkalinity level was measured at 56, below the required minimum 60.Re-adjust the Total Alkalinity level to meet requirement and balance the pool water chemistry.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Total alkalinity level was measured at 56, below the required minimum 60.Re-adjust the Total Alkalinity level to meet requirement and balance the pool water chemistry.
- 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
2 infractions
- 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Total alkalinity level was measured at 56, below the required minimum 60.Re-adjust the Total Alkalinity level to meet requirement and balance the pool water chemistry.
- 06. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Critical)?
- Flow meter for the hydro jet circulation system was observed nonfunctional.Replace the flow meter for monitoring the flow rate of the hydro jet circulation system.
- 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
4 infractions
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria and Total coliform were isolated in sample submitted on Sept 09,2025.Update for sample submitted on December 10, 2025. Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria were isolated, and Total coliform was present in sample.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Sample submitted on July 29, 2025, indicates HPC >57,000 CFU/mLNew unsatisfactory sample submitted on December 10, 2025 indicates HPC . 57,000 cfu/mL.
- 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Total alkalinity level was measured at 56, below the required minimum 60.Re-adjust the Total Alkalinity level to meet requirement and balance the pool water chemistry.
- 06. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Critical)?
- Flow meter for the hydro jet circulation system was observed nonfunctional.Replace the flow meter for monitoring the flow rate of the hydro jet circulation system.
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
5 infractions
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria and Total coliform were isolated in sample submitted on Sept 09,2025.Inspector left a message for the pool operator and also sent an email to inform them of the sample results. Inspector instructed operator to shut down pool and go through the process of cleaning out the whirlpool as prescribed on the information sheet for Pseudomonas bacteria.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- The last satisfactory water sample for bacteriological quality was submitted on June 10th.Ensure to submit the pool water samples weekly to the Provincial Laboratory for microbiological testing.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Sample submitted on July 29, 2025, indicates HPC >57,000 CFU/mL
- 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Total alkalinity level was measured at 56, below the required minimum 60.Re-adjust the Total Alkalinity level to meet requirement and balance the pool water chemistry.
- 06. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Critical)?
- Flow meter for the hydro jet circulation system was observed nonfunctional.Replace the flow meter for monitoring the flow rate of the hydro jet circulation system.
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
4 infractions
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- The last satisfactory water sample for bacteriological quality was submitted on June 10th.Ensure to submit the pool water samples weekly to the Provincial Laboratory for microbiological testing.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Water sample result indicates HPC at 640 CFU/mLSample submitted on July 29, 2025, indicates HPC >57,000 CFU/mL
- 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Total alkalinity level was measured at 56, below the required minimum 60.Re-adjust the Total Alkalinity level to meet requirement and balance the pool water chemistry.
- 06. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Critical)?
- Flow meter for the hydro jet circulation system was observed nonfunctional.Replace the flow meter for monitoring the flow rate of the hydro jet circulation system.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
4 infractions
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- The last satisfactory water sample for bacteriological quality was submitted on June 10th.Ensure to submit the pool water samples weekly to the Provincial Laboratory for microbiological testing.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Water sample result indicates HPC at 640 CFU/mL
- 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Total alkalinity level was measured at 56, below the required minimum 60.Re-adjust the Total Alkalinity level to meet requirement and balance the pool water chemistry.
- 06. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Critical)?
- Flow meter for the hydro jet circulation system was observed nonfunctional.Replace the flow meter for monitoring the flow rate of the hydro jet circulation system.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
3 infractions
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- The last satisfactory water sample for bacteriological quality was submitted on June 10th.Ensure to submit the pool water samples weekly to the Provincial Laboratory for microbiological testing.
- 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Total alkalinity level was measured at 56, below the required minimum 60.Re-adjust the Total Alkalinity level to meet requirement and balance the pool water chemistry.
- 06. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Critical)?
- Flow meter for the hydro jet circulation system was observed nonfunctional.Replace the flow meter for monitoring the flow rate of the hydro jet circulation system.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Demand Inspection
2 infractions
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- April 7 -The microbiological water sample result submitted on 2025-04-07 was unsatisfactory. **Pseudomonas aeruginosa: ISOLATEDTake all necessary action to ensure microbiologically safe water. Submit a new microbiological water sample at your earliest convenience once the water chemistry is balanced.April 1st - Bacteriological water sample shown presence of Pseudomonas and HPC levels of >57,000. Ensure hot tub is properly treated for Pseudomonas and HPC levels to be below <100.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- The microbiological water sample result submitted on 2025-04-07 was unsatisfactory: HPC >57000 CFU/mL. Take all necessary action to ensure microbiologically safe water. Submit a new microbiological water sample at your earliest convenience once the water chemistry is balanced.
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
1 infraction
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Bacteriological water sample shown presence of Pseudomonas and HPC levels of >57,000. Ensure hot tub is properly treated for Pseudomonas and HPC levels to be below <100.
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
2 infractions
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Bacteriological water sample shown presence of Pseudomonas and HPC levels of >57,000. Ensure hot tub is properly treated for Pseudomonas and HPC levels to be below <100.Update: Water sample was submitted for analysis on March 27, 2025. Pool will be permitted to reopen when a satisfactory bacteriological result is received.
- 04. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- pH level was measured at 8.1, above the required maximum of 7.6. Re-adjust the pH level to meet requirement and balance the pool water chemistry.
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
3 infractions
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Bacteriological water sample shown presence of Pseudomonas and HPC levels of >57,000. Ensure hot tub is properly treated for Pseudomonas and HPC levels to be below <100.
- 12. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Critical)?
- Visible crack observed on a section of the pool floor suction outlet drain cover. Pool operator indicated that drain manufacturers claims there was no need for replacement, as the crack was only on the drain cover surface.Replace floor drain cover prior to reopening the pool. Suction outlet covers must be in good condition without cracks, at all times when whirlpool is in use.
- 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
- The clock in the whirlpool area, for monitoring length of stay in the pool, was not functioning.Replace or repair clock.
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Monitoring Inspection
2 infractions
- 12. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Critical)?
- Visible crack observed on a section of the pool floor suction outlet drain cover. Pool operator indicated that drain manufacturers claims there was no need for replacement, as the crack was only on the drain cover surface.Replace floor drain cover prior to reopening the pool. Suction outlet covers must be in good condition without cracks, at all times when whirlpool is in use.
- 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
- The clock in the whirlpool area, for monitoring length of stay in the pool, was not functioning.Replace or repair clock.
- 12. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
2 infractions
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Pseudomonas Aeruginosa bacteria was isolated from the water sample.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- HPC at >57,000 was isolated from the water sample.
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
1 infraction
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Heterotrophic Plate Count > 57,000. Facility pool operator collected and submitted water sample on August 21st. Pool operator was contacted and informed of unsatisfactory result. Pool will be closed for 24 hours and super chlorinated then reopened the following day. Resampling will occur after super chlorination and water balancing.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
1 infraction
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Heterotrophic Plate Count > 57,000. Facility pool operator collected and submitted water sample on August 21st. Pool operator was contacted and informed of unsatisfactory result. Pool will be closed for 24 hours and super chlorinated then reopened the following day. Resampling will occur after super chlorination and water balancing.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
2 infractions
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Re-sampling of pool water was not submitted by operator, following an unsatisfactory bacteriological report. Submit water sample immediately.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- HPC - 130 CFU/mL isolated from sample submitted on June 25, 2024.Facility pool operator was informed of sample result. Inspector gave instructions to resample pool water by following week and confirm pool chemical parameters met requirement.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
1 infraction
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- HPC - 130 CFU/mL isolated from sample submitted on June 25, 2024.Facility pool operator was informed of sample result. Inspector gave instructions to resample pool water by following week and confirm pool chemical parameters met requirement.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Monitoring Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Automated controller displays results for pH, Temperature, chlorine level and Flow Rate. There was no ORP reading.- Check with your pool service provider to ensure readings are corrected and ORP reading is provided. Update Dec 08/23: Automated controller was not dispensing chlorine. Chlorine was being manually added to the whirlpool.Update Feb /24: Chlorine has been added manually twice daily to maintain levels above 2ppm. pH and TA were adjusted to expected levels regularly.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
4 infractions
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Pseudomonas Aeruginosa isolated from sample collected November 29, 2023. Pool operator was instructed to empty pool, clean, refill and super chlorinate to 10ppm for a 15 to 20 minutes turnover period. Then balance the pool water chemical parameters before allowing bathers back in.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- HPC >57,000 cfu/mL
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Automated controller displays results for pH, Temperature, chlorine level and Flow Rate. There was no ORP reading.- Check with your pool service provider to ensure readings are corrected and ORP reading is provided. Update Dec 08/23: Automated controller was not dispensing chlorine. Chlorine was being manually added to the whirlpool.- The whirlpool was closed to bathers and a sign posted to prevent usage.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- The pool does not have an adequate turnover period. Flow rate on the automated controller was observed to be 0.12 gpm. Also, the flow meter was in disrepair. Based on the pool volume, and the filter flow rate requirements of 120gpm, the observed flow rate is inaccurate. - Repair or replace flow meter. Ensure flow rate is adequately calibrated to match the pool volume requirement for water recirculation.
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
3 infractions
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Pseudomonas Aeruginosa isolated from sample collected November 29, 2023. Pool operator was instructed to empty pool, clean, refill and super chlorinate to 10ppm for a 15 to 20 minutes turnover period. Then balance the pool water chemical parameters before allowing bathers back in.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- HPC >57,000 cfu/mL
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- 1) Automated controller displays results for pH, Temperature, chlorine level and Flow Rate. There was no ORP reading.- Please check with your pool service provider to ensure readings are corrected and ORP reading is provided. 2) Flow rate on the automated controller was observed to be 0.12 gpm. This appears to be inaccurate based on the pool volume and filter flow rate requirements of 120gpm. Update Nov 10: Flow meter appears to be unfunctional. The flow rate setup of the pipes may be inaccurate. - Repair or replace flow meter. Ensure flow rate is adequately calibrated to match the pool volume requirement for water recirculation.
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- 1) Automated controller displays results for pH, Temperature, chlorine level and Flow Rate. There was no ORP reading.- Please check with your pool service provider to ensure readings are corrected and ORP reading is provided. 2) Flow rate on the automated controller was observed to be 0.12 gpm. This appears to be inaccurate based on the pool volume and filter flow rate requirements of 120gpm. Update Nov 10: Flow meter appears to be unfunctional. The flow rate setup of the pipes may be inaccurate. - Repair or replace flow meter. Ensure flow rate is adequately calibrated to match the pool volume requirement for water recirculation.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Monitoring Inspection
4 infractions
- 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- 1. Total Alkalinity was measured at 0ppm. 2. Combined chlorine was measures at 2.03ppm.Rebalance the water chemistry. Total alkalinity should be 60-180ppm. Combined chlorine should be maintained at the lowest possible level (near 0)
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Skimmers contained sponges and had significant scum residue. Clean the above mentioned equipment and remove the scum and sponges. Maintain the area to a clean and sanitary condition to ensure bacteriologically and chemically safe water.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Automated controller displays results for pH, Temperature, chlorine level and Flow Rate. There was no ORP reading.Flowrate on the automated controller appears to be inaccurate. Please check with your pool service provider to ensure readings are corrected and ORP reading is provided.
- 10. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this pool (Non-Critical)?
- The rope was detached from the orange life buoy. Ensure all safety equipment are properly maintained at all times.
- 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?