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Ramada Ponoka 57423 - Swimming Pool

1 - 6707 Highway 53 Ponoka AB T4J 1K3 · Aquatic Facility

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Inspection summary

Ramada Ponoka 57423 - Swimming Pool has been inspected 16 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since December 15, 2023. The most recent inspection, on August 17, 2026, found no infractions.

7 of 16 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 1 infraction recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pool and spa water quality and Food temperature control.

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 12 times across 8 separate inspections, most recently on August 7, 2026. For example: Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (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 once on April 5, 2024. For example: Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?

  • 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 once on April 24, 2025. For example: 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?

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.

16 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Demand Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • - The heterotrophic plate count was 570 CFU/mL in the submitted 100 mL sample, exceeding the acceptable limit of 100 CFU/mL. Please ensure appropriate corrective treatment is completed to restore the pool water to compliance, followed by resampling as directed.
  3. Monitoring Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Monitoring Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Monitoring Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • Recent water samples were satisfactory.Notes: Samples were not submitted for two weeks in April.Manager confirmed that moving forward, bacteriological samples will be submitted on weekly basis.
    • 10. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this pool (Non-Critical)?
      • The pool skimmer net was observed to be in disrepair.Make sure to replace the Pool skimmer net to effectively remove any solids from the pool.
    • 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?
      • The following signage was missing for Patron's education and notificationThose bathers who should wear protective, water-resistant swimwear including i) children, 35 months and under, and ii) anyone who is or may be incontinent.Make sure to update the pool rules/educational signage.Kindly refer to section 11.0 of Alberta Pool Standards for more details.
  7. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Monitoring Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
      • - Multiple flow meters in the mechanical room are not in good working order. These flow meters were not providing a reading. Please ensure all flow meters in the mechanical room are in good working order.
  9. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  10. Demand Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • - Third consecutive unsatisfactory sample result indicating a heterotrophic plate count (HPC) of 150 colony-forming units (CFU) per mL in a 100 mL sample.HPC is required to be below 100 cfu per mL in a 100 mL sample. Please ensure proper treatment steps are taken and ensure water chemistry, and circulation/filitration equipment are in good working order.
  11. Demand Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) Unsatisfactory water sample results.Sample collected on 09/07/2024HPC = 1250 CFU/mL2) Unsatisfactory water sample results.Sample collected on 02/07/2024HPC = 450 CFU/mLPlease investigate and troubleshoot the pool system to ensure HPC is below 100 CFU/mL.
  12. Demand Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • Unsatisfactory water sample results.Sample collected on 02/07/2024HPC = 450 CFU/mLPlease investigate and troubleshoot the pool system to ensure HPC is below 100 CFU/mL.
  13. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  14. Monitoring Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 14. Is the pool maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, good repair and are temperatures being properly regulated?
      • There are missing tiles on the second step leading into the swimming pool.- Please reinstall these tiles.
  15. Risk Management Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
      • Flow observed at 60 gpmTurnover = 17000gal/60gpm/60 = 4.7 hoursPlease adjust the flow to ensure that the whirlpool maintains turnover at 4 hours or less.
    • 10. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this pool (Non-Critical)?
      • On the steps leading into the pool, there are a few missing tiles. Please replace the tiles to prevent sharp surfaces that can cut the bottoms of feet when entering or exiting the pool.
  16. Demand Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 03. Is the bacteriological quality of the water in this pool satisfactory (Non-Critical)?
      • Unsatisfactory water sample results.Sample collected on 2023-12-12HPC = 13080 CFU/mLPlease investigate and troubleshoot pool system to ensure HPC is below 100 CFU/mL
    • 07. Are the filtration, circulation and disinfection systems used to maintain water quality working properly (Non-Critical)?
      • Flow observed at 60 gpmTurnover = 17000gal/60gpm/60 = 4.7 hoursPlease adjust the flow to ensure that the whirlpool maintains turnover at 4 hours or less.
    • 10. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this pool (Non-Critical)?
      • On the steps leading into the pool, there are a few missing tiles. Please replace the tiles to prevent sharp surfaces that can cut the bottoms of feet when entering or exiting the pool.
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