Ramada Inn & Suites - Whirlpool
6853 66 Street Red Deer AB T4P 3T5 · Aquatic Facility
21 inspections
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
- Update: To be repaired in summer. 1. Basin floor paint peeling.Repair.
- 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
- Monitoring Inspection
1 infraction
- 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
- 1. Basin floor paint peeling.Repair. Temperature 38C.
- 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Demand Inspection
1 infraction
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- The water sample collected on May 28/2025, had the following results: - Total Coliforms - Absent - Pseudomonas - ISOLATED - HPC 10 cfu/mLFollow the Pseudomonas Response protocols. Once completed and the whirlpool water has been re-balanced, you can re-open to the public.
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
3 infractions
- 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Combined Chlorine 4.22ppm.Maintain combine chlorine at lower level possible.TA 133Temp: 36.7C
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Water level to high preventing adequate skimming likely leading to high combined chlorine.Measured 20GPM.Noted air bubbles in pump and flow meter.1. Turnover Rate = 544 / 20GPM = 27.2 minutes. Require 15 minutes or less. Require minimum of 36 GPM to meet turnover rate. 2. Rate of filtration = 20 / 2.4 = 8.3 minutes. Max flow rate for filter = filter area (2.4) x max allowable rate (12.5) = 30 GPM. Filter size too small to meet turnover rate requirements.Floating weir replaced.
- 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
- Clock located immediately above whirlpool in a visible area. 2. Emergency phone not functioning when tested.Repair.
- 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
4 infractions
- 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Combined Chlorine 3.20ppm.Maintain combine chlorine at lower level possible.TA 131TC 9.32Temperature 38C
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Measured 20GPM.Noted air bubbles in pump and flow meter.1. Turnover Rate = 544 / 20GPM = 27.2 minutes. Require 15 minutes or less. Require minimum of 36 GPM to meet turnover rate. 2. Rate of filtration = 20 / 2.4 = 8.3 minutes. Max flow rate for filter = filter area (2.4) x max allowable rate (12.5) = 30 GPM. Filter size too small to meet turnover rate requirements.3. Floating weir dislodged and floating in skimmer. Rusted out attachments.Repair and replace to allow for proper skimming via cascading.
- 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
- UPDATE: Cleansing shower measured 40.2C.1. Clock is located at far end of pool and is not easily visible.Install clock closure to whirlpool.2. Emergency phone not functioning when tested.Repair.
- 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?
- 1. Maintenance personal not able to locate written policies. Ensure easy access to all written policies including contamination, supervision, anti-entrapment and cleaning/maintenance.2. Pressure release valves have been installed in response to the anti-entrapment plans. Require Doug Howard to confirm they are engineered appropriately.
- 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
7 infractions
- 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Combined Chlorine 3.20ppm.Maintain combine chlorine at lower level possible.TA 131TC 9.32Temperature 38C
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Measured 20GPM.Noted air bubbles in pump and flow meter.1. Turnover Rate = 544 / 20GPM = 27.2 minutes. Require 15 minutes or less. Require minimum of 36 GPM to meet turnover rate. 2. Rate of filtration = 20 / 2.4 = 8.3 minutes. Max flow rate for filter = filter area (2.4) x max allowable rate (12.5) = 30 GPM. Filter size too small to meet turnover rate requirements.3. Floating weir dislodged and floating in skimmer. Rusted out attachments.Repair and replace to allow for proper skimming via cascading.
- 08. Does food preparation and consumption take place away from the pool?
- UPDATE: 1. Crushed candy found on decking next to whirlpool indicates food consumption.Take measures to prevent food consumption in the pool area.
- 09. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this pool (Critical)?
- UPDATE: 1Mechanical room door left open.Close mechanical room to prevent user access to harmful chemicals.
- 12. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Critical)?
- 1. One of the main drain covers has been removed. The replacement one onsite is yellowing an in poor condition. Install a new cover that is in good condition and within expiration date.
- 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
- UPDATE: Cleansing shower measured 40.2C.1. Clock is located at far end of pool and is not easily visible.Install clock closure to whirlpool.2. Emergency phone not functioning when tested.Repair.
- 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?
- 1. Maintenance personal not able to locate written policies. Ensure easy access to all written policies including contamination, supervision, anti-entrapment and cleaning/maintenance.2. Pressure release valves have been installed in response to the anti-entrapment plans. Require Doug Howard to confirm they are engineered appropriately.
- 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
7 infractions
- 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Combined Chlorine 3.20ppm.Maintain combine chlorine at lower level possible.TA 131TC 9.32Temperature 38C
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Measured 20GPM.Noted air bubbles in pump and flow meter.1. Turnover Rate = 544 / 20GPM = 27.2 minutes. Require 15 minutes or less. Require minimum of 36 GPM to meet turnover rate. 2. Rate of filtration = 20 / 2.4 = 8.3 minutes. Max flow rate for filter = filter area (2.4) x max allowable rate (12.5) = 30 GPM. Filter size too small to meet turnover rate requirements.3. Floating weir dislodged and floating in skimmer. Rusted out attachments.Repair and replace to allow for proper skimming via cascading.
- 08. Does food preparation and consumption take place away from the pool?
- UPDATE: 1. Crushed candy found on decking next to whirlpool indicates food consumption.Take measures to prevent food consumption in the pool area.
- 09. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this pool (Critical)?
- UPDATE: 1Mechanical room door left open.Close mechanical room to prevent user access to harmful chemicals.
- 12. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Critical)?
- 1. One of the main drain covers has been removed. The replacement one onsite is yellowing an in poor condition. Install a new cover that is in good condition and within expiration date.
- 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
- UPDATE: Cleansing shower measured 40.2C.1. Clock is located at far end of pool and is not easily visible.Install clock closure to whirlpool.2. Emergency phone not functioning when tested.Repair.
- 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?
- 1. Maintenance personal not able to locate written policies. Ensure easy access to all written policies including contamination, supervision, anti-entrapment and cleaning/maintenance.2. Pressure release valves have been installed in response to the anti-entrapment plans. Require Doug Howard to confirm they are engineered appropriately.
- 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
9 infractions
- 01. Is the pool in compliance with verbal and/or written approvals and/or orders issued by an Executive Officer, and is the Executive Officer not being obstructed or interfered with in the exercise of his/her powers?
- Whirlpool open to the public. Whirlpool is to remain closed until Closure Order is rescinded.Posted closure order.
- 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Combined Chlorine 3.20ppm.Maintain combine chlorine at lower level possible.TA 131TC 9.32Temperature 38C
- 06. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Critical)?
- 1. Water level too high preventing skimming action.Lower water level to allow for skimming.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Measured 20GPM.Noted air bubbles in pump and flow meter.1. Turnover Rate = 544 / 20GPM = 27.2 minutes. Require 15 minutes or less. Require minimum of 36 GPM to meet turnover rate. 2. Rate of filtration = 20 / 2.4 = 8.3 minutes. Max flow rate for filter = filter area (2.4) x max allowable rate (12.5) = 30 GPM. Filter size too small to meet turnover rate requirements.3. Floating weir dislodged and floating in skimmer. Rusted out attachments.Repair and replace to allow for proper skimming via cascading.
- 08. Does food preparation and consumption take place away from the pool?
- Crushed candy found on decking next to whirlpool and wrappers in garbage can indicates food consumption.Take measures to prevent food consumption in the pool area.
- 09. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this pool (Critical)?
- Mechanical room left open during normal pool hours.Close mechanical room to prevent user access to harmful chemicals.
- 13. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Non-Critical)?
- 1. Clock is located at far end of pool and is not easily visible.Install clock closure to whirlpool.2. Emergency not functioning when tested.Repair. 3. Cleansing shower temperature was 32.3C.Increase temperature to greater than 35C to promote cleansing showers.
- 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
- 1. Improper screw used to secure underwater lights. Screw is sticking out about a quarter of an inch and could scrape users. Install proper screw and ensure it is flush. 2. Missing jet cover. Install proper jet cover.3. Only one of two jets working.Indicates blockage.Repair.
- 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?
- 1. Maintenance personal not able to locate written policies. Ensure easy access to all written policies including contamination, supervision, anti-entrapment and cleaning/maintenance.2. Pressure release valves have been installed in response to the anti-entrapment plans. Require Doug Howard to confirm they are engineered appropriately.
- 01. Is the pool in compliance with verbal and/or written approvals and/or orders issued by an Executive Officer, and is the Executive Officer not being obstructed or interfered with in the exercise of his/her powers?
- Risk Management Inspection
3 infractions
- 04. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- One day worth of good chemical results with FAC >3 and CC < 1Require:FAC >2ppmpH 6.8-7.6Total Alk 80-180
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Flow meter installed.Measured 20GPM.Suspect there is a leak in the main drain pipes as there is significant air in the pump. 1. Turnover Rate = 544 / 20GPM / 60 = 0.45 hours. Require 15 minutes or less. Require minimum of 36 GPM to meet turnover rate. Pump not functioning.2. Rate of filtration = 20 / 2.4 = 8.3 minutes. Max flow rate for filter = filter area (2.4) x max allowable rate (12.5) = 30 GPM. Filter size too small to meet turnover rate requirements.
- 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?
- Pressure release valves have been installed in response to the anti-entrapment plans. Require Doug Howard to confirm they are engineered Rest of plans are adequate.
- 04. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
3 infractions
- 04. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- One day worth of good chemical results with FAC >3 and CC < 1Require:FAC >2ppmpH 6.8-7.6Total Alk 80-180
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Flow meter installed.Measured 20GPM.Suspect there is a leak in the main drain pipes as there is significant air in the pump. 1. Turnover Rate = 544 / 20GPM / 60 = 0.45 hours. Require 15 minutes or less. Require minimum of 36 GPM to meet turnover rate. Pump not functioning.2. Rate of filtration = 20 / 2.4 = 8.3 minutes. Max flow rate for filter = filter area (2.4) x max allowable rate (12.5) = 30 GPM. Filter size too small to meet turnover rate requirements.
- 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?
- Pressure release valves have been installed in response to the anti-entrapment plans. Require Doug Howard to confirm they are engineered Rest of plans are adequate.
- 04. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
3 infractions
- 04. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- One day worth of good chemical results with FAC >3 and CC < 1Require:FAC >2ppmpH 6.8-7.6Total Alk 80-180
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Flow meter installed.Measured 20GPM.Suspect there is a leak in the main drain pipes as there is significant air in the pump. 1. Turnover Rate = 544 / 20GPM / 60 = 0.45 hours. Require 15 minutes or less. Require minimum of 36 GPM to meet turnover rate. Pump not functioning.2. Rate of filtration = 20 / 2.4 = 8.3 minutes. Max flow rate for filter = filter area (2.4) x max allowable rate (12.5) = 30 GPM. Filter size too small to meet turnover rate requirements.
- 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?
- Pressure release valves have been installed in response to the anti-entrapment plans. Require Doug Howard to confirm they are engineered Rest of plans are adequate.
- 04. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
5 infractions
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Consecutive results with Pseudomonas isolated and high HPC.Have already taken the chlorination step.
- 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
- Consecutive high HPC.
- 04. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- One day worth of good chemical results with FAC >3 and CC < 1Require:FAC >2ppmpH 6.8-7.6Total Alk 80-180
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Flow meter installed.Measured 20GPM.Suspect there is a leak in the main drain pipes as there is significant air in the pump. 1. Turnover Rate = 544 / 20GPM / 60 = 0.45 hours. Require 15 minutes or less. Require minimum of 36 GPM to meet turnover rate. Pump not functioning.2. Rate of filtration = 20 / 2.4 = 8.3 minutes. Max flow rate for filter = filter area (2.4) x max allowable rate (12.5) = 30 GPM. Filter size too small to meet turnover rate requirements.
- 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?
- Pressure release valves have been installed in response to the anti-entrapment plans. Require Doug Howard to confirm they are engineered Rest of plans are adequate.
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
6 infractions
- 01. Is the pool in compliance with verbal and/or written approvals and/or orders issued by an Executive Officer, and is the Executive Officer not being obstructed or interfered with in the exercise of his/her powers?
- Pool is currently closed.Closure order from 2022 has not been complied with or rescinded.Re-issued existing closure order.
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Consecutive results with Pseudomonas isolated and high HPC.Have already taken the chlorination step.
- 04. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Pool is currently being shocked.Require:FAC >2ppmpH 6.8-7.6Total Alk 80-180
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Flow meter installed.Measured 20GPM.1. Turnover Rate = 544 / 20GPM / 60 = 0.45 hours. Require 15 minutes or less. Require minimum of 36 GPM to meet turnover rate. Pump not functioning.2. Rate of filtration = 20 / 2.4 = 8.3 minutes. Max flow rate for filter = filter area (2.4) x max allowable rate (12.5) = 30 GPM. Filter size too small to meet turnover rate requirements.
- 15. Has an owner or owner's agent, if any, been identified and is the pool operated and maintained by a qualified pool operator?
- No certified pool operator.To contract Ecolabs.
- 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?
- Anti-entrapment plans have been forwarded.New pressure release valve installed. Test and record frequently.Will review plans.
- 01. Is the pool in compliance with verbal and/or written approvals and/or orders issued by an Executive Officer, and is the Executive Officer not being obstructed or interfered with in the exercise of his/her powers?
- Demand Inspection
4 infractions
- 01. Is the pool in compliance with verbal and/or written approvals and/or orders issued by an Executive Officer, and is the Executive Officer not being obstructed or interfered with in the exercise of his/her powers?
- Pool is currently open.Closure order from 2022 has not been complied with or rescinded.Re-issued existing closure order.
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Consecutive results with Pseudomonas isolated and high HPC.Have already taken the chlorination step.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Flow meter installed.Measured 20GPM.1. Turnover Rate = 544 / 20GPM / 60 = 0.45 hours. Require 15 minutes or less. Require minimum of 36 GPM to meet turnover rate. Pump not functioning.2. Rate of filtration = 20 / 2.4 = 8.3 minutes. Max flow rate for filter = filter area (2.4) x max allowable rate (12.5) = 30 GPM. Filter size too small to meet turnover rate requirements.
- 12. Are the general safety devices and physical conditions in this pool providing a safe environment (Critical)?
- Pool has poor clarity.
- 01. Is the pool in compliance with verbal and/or written approvals and/or orders issued by an Executive Officer, and is the Executive Officer not being obstructed or interfered with in the exercise of his/her powers?
- Demand Inspection
2 infractions
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Consecutive results with Pseudomonas isolated and high HPC.Have already taken the chlorination step.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Flow meter installed.Measured 20GPM.1. Turnover Rate = 544 / 20GPM / 60 = 0.45 hours. Require 15 minutes or less. Require minimum of 36 GPM to meet turnover rate. Pump not functioning.2. Rate of filtration = 20 / 2.4 = 8.3 minutes. Max flow rate for filter = filter area (2.4) x max allowable rate (12.5) = 30 GPM. Filter size too small to meet turnover rate requirements.
- 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)?
- Pseudomonas isolated and HPC 1890Have already taken the chlorination step.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Flow meter installed.Measured 20GPM.1. Turnover Rate = 544 / 20GPM / 60 = 0.45 hours. Require 15 minutes or less. Require minimum of 36 GPM to meet turnover rate. Pump not functioning.2. Rate of filtration = 20 / 2.4 = 8.3 minutes. Max flow rate for filter = filter area (2.4) x max allowable rate (12.5) = 30 GPM. Filter size too small to meet turnover rate requirements.
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
2 infractions
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Pseudomonas isolated and HPC 1890Have already taken the chlorination step.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Flow meter installed.Measured 20GPM.1. Turnover Rate = 544 / 20GPM / 60 = 0.45 hours. Require 15 minutes or less. Require minimum of 36 GPM to meet turnover rate. Pump not functioning.2. Rate of filtration = 20 / 2.4 = 8.3 minutes. Max flow rate for filter = filter area (2.4) x max allowable rate (12.5) = 30 GPM. Filter size too small to meet turnover rate requirements.
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Monitoring Inspection
2 infractions
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
- Pseudomonas isolated and HPC 1890Have already taken the chlorination step.
- 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
- Flow meter installed.Measured 20GPM.1. Turnover Rate = 544 / 20GPM / 60 = 0.45 hours. Require 15 minutes or less. Require minimum of 36 GPM to meet turnover rate. Pump not functioning.2. Rate of filtration = 20 / 2.4 = 8.3 minutes. Max flow rate for filter = filter area (2.4) x max allowable rate (12.5) = 30 GPM. Filter size too small to meet turnover rate requirements.
- 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?