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Ramada Lac La Biche - Whirlpool

9305 100 Street La La Biche AB T0A 2C0 · Aquatic Facility

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Inspection summary

Ramada Lac La Biche - Whirlpool has been inspected 14 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since April 4, 2024. The most recent inspection, on August 26, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

2 of 14 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 4 inspections with 8 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pool and spa water quality, Food temperature control 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 11 times across 8 separate inspections, most recently on August 26, 2026. For example: Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?

  • 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 7 times across 7 separate inspections, most recently on May 22, 2024. For example: Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?

  • 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 4 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on December 2, 2025. For example: Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?

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.

14 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
      • The pool turnover period is calculated to be 26.1 minutes, which exceeds the maximum allowable turnover period of 20 minutes. Based on the pool volume, a minimum flow rate of 85 gallons per minute (GPM) is required to achieve the required turnover period.Ensure that the circulation system is adjusted and maintained to provide a minimum flow rate of 85 GPM and achieve a turnover period of 20 minutes or less. Monitor equipment regularly to verify compliance with operational requirements.
  2. Risk Management Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 06. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Critical)?
      • The automated chlorine feeding system is not operational at the time of inspection. Ensure that the automated chlorine feeding system is maintained in proper working order and remains operational at all times when the pool is in use. Repairs should be completed immediately, and chlorine levels must be continuously maintained within the required range.
    • 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
      • The pool turnover period is calculated to be 29.7 minutes, which exceeds the maximum allowable turnover period of 20 minutes. Based on the pool volume, a minimum flow rate of 85 gallons per minute (GPM) is required to achieve the required turnover period.Ensure that the circulation system is adjusted and maintained to provide a minimum flow rate of 85 GPM and achieve a turnover period of 20 minutes or less. Monitor equipment regularly to verify compliance with operational requirements.
  3. Monitoring Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 06. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Critical)?
      • The automated chlorine feeding system is not operational at the time of inspection. Ensure that the automated chlorine feeding system is maintained in proper working order and remains operational at all times when the pool is in use. Repairs should be completed immediately, and chlorine levels must be continuously maintained within the required range.
    • 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
      • The pool turnover period is calculated to be 28.1 minutes, which exceeds the maximum allowable turnover period of 20 minutes. Based on the pool volume, a minimum flow rate of 85 gallons per minute (GPM) is required to achieve the required turnover period.Ensure that the circulation system is adjusted and maintained to provide a minimum flow rate of 85 GPM and achieve a turnover period of 20 minutes or less. Monitor equipment regularly to verify compliance with operational requirements.
    • 10. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this pool (Non-Critical)?
      • A significant accumulation of debris, garbage, and insects is observed within the pool skimmer baskets. Ensure that skimmer baskets are inspected and cleaned frequently to prevent the accumulation of debris and to maintain proper pool operation and water quality. Skimmers should be kept free of leaves, insects, garbage, and other foreign material at all times.
  4. Monitoring Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • The total alkalinity was measured at 28 ppm. Alkalinity aids in buffering the pH of the whirlpool to ensure that the chlorine disinfects the water effectively. Please adjust the total alkalinity to meet required parameter of 60ppm to 180 ppm.
    • 10. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this pool (Non-Critical)?
      • Scum build up was observed in the whirlpool skimmer on the main pool side. Scum may lead to conditions of biofilm growth and may cause unsatisfactory water samples if not cleaned. Please clean the scum build up.
  5. Monitoring Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Demand Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • The water in sample 25EN-113E00677 has an Heterotrophic Plate Count of 320 CFU/ml. This could indicate a failure of the disinfection system. Please ensure there is a Free Chlorine concentration of at least 0.5 ppm and an ORP of 700.
  7. Monitoring Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Demand Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
      • The water sample taken on May 14, 2024 at 7:30 am showed the presence of total coliforms.Facility indicated that the chlorine and ORP levels have been fluctuating and are very low in the morning.The free available chlorine (FAC) levels must remain above 2 ppm, or have a FAC level of down to 0.5 ppm if the ORP is consistently above 700 for the pool to be open.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • Grout was worn away between several tiles on the bench and on the floor in the pool.Ensure grout is replaced and maintained in good repair.
  9. Demand Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 02. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
      • The water sample taken on May 14, 2024 at 7:30 am showed the presence of total coliforms.Facility indicated that the chlorine and ORP levels have been fluctuating and are very low in the morning.The free available chlorine (FAC) levels must remain above 2 ppm, or have a FAC level of down to 0.5 ppm if the ORP is consistently above 700 for the pool to be open.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • Grout was worn away between several tiles on the bench and on the floor in the pool.Ensure grout is replaced and maintained in good repair.
  10. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • Grout was worn away between several tiles on the bench and on the floor in the pool.Ensure grout is replaced and maintained in good repair.
  11. Risk Management Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 05. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • Alkalinity measured 46 ppm.Ensure alkalinity is maintained between 60 and 180 ppm.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • Grout was worn away between several tiles on the bench and on the floor in the pool.Ensure grout is replaced and maintained in good repair.
  12. Risk Management Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 04. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
      • Free available chlorine (FAC) measured 0.33 ppm.ORP measured 757.Ensure FAC is maintained at 2 ppm.FAC may be maintained at 0.5 ppm if ORP is consistently above 700.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • Grout was worn away between several tiles on the bench and on the floor in the pool.Ensure grout is replaced and maintained in good repair.
  13. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • Grout was worn away between several tiles on the bench and on the floor in the pool.Ensure grout is replaced and maintained in good repair.
  14. Monitoring Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 04. Is the chemical quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Critical)?
      • 1. The free available chlorine concentration measured at 0.35 ppm.Before the pool is re-opened to the public, ensure the free available chlorine is at least 2.0 ppm.2. The pH measured 6.7.Before the pool is re-opened to the public, ensure the pH is between 6.8 and 7.6.
    • 10. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this pool (Non-Critical)?
      • Debris from construction was observed in the pool and skimmers.Ensure the debris is removed from the pool and skimmers prior to re-opening to the public.
    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • Grout was worn away between several tiles on the bench and on the floor in the pool.Ensure grout is replaced and maintained in good repair.
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