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Royal Nails Studio

Bay 10 - 7196 Temple Drive NE Calgary AB T1Y 4E8 · Personal Services

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Inspection summary

Royal Nails Studio has been inspected 5 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since March 18, 2024. The most recent inspection, on August 31, 2026, recorded 8 infractions.

2 of 5 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 8 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Hand hygiene and infection control.

Recent inspections have recorded more infractions than earlier ones, so it is worth reading the latest reports closely.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for clients. In personal service settings like salons, spas and tattoo studios, higher-risk findings are the ones that could spread infection from one client to the next, through broken skin, blood or instruments that were not properly cleaned and sterilized.

  • Hand hygiene and infection controlHigher risk

    Infection control is the core of a personal service inspection. Inspectors check that operators clean their hands and change gloves between clients, that a stocked hand sink is available, and that anything that breaks the skin is handled so blood-borne infections such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C and HIV cannot pass from one client to the next.

    Recorded once on August 31, 2026. For example: Is hand hygiene performed by the personal services worker when required, in a proper manner and are provisions available to perform hand hygiene?

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Instruments, chairs, tables and footbaths must be made of materials that can be cleaned, kept in good repair and stored so they stay clean. Single-use items such as nail files, buffers, razors and needles must be thrown away after each client.

    Recorded 8 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on August 31, 2026. For example: Is single-use or uncleanable equipment being used as intended (Critical)?

  • Permits, records and postingLower risk

    Operating permits, client records, sterilization logs and required signage. Client records matter because they let health officials contact people if an infection is linked to the business.

    Recorded once on August 31, 2026. For example: Are facility-specific written procedures established to adequately describe safe and sanitary practices?

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    The premises needs a working hand sink, a separate sink for cleaning instruments where required, cleanable surfaces, and good lighting and ventilation. Upkeep problems are usually lower risk on their own, but they make thorough cleaning harder.

    Recorded once on August 31, 2026. For example: Is the facility properly constructed and maintained to allow for the safe and sanitary provision of personal services (Non-Critical)?

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded once on March 18, 2024. For example: Are cosmetic products appropriate for their intended use and being handled properly?

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.

5 inspections

  1. Monitoring Inspection

    8 infractions

    • 03. Are facility-specific written procedures established to adequately describe safe and sanitary practices?
      • Written procedures were provided for the following1. Cleansing the Skin2. Accidental Skin Cuts or Punctures3. Handwashing and Equipment Reprocessing Sink DecontaminationEnsure that these written procedures are followed at all times and that all staff are adequately trained on their requirements and implementation.
    • 08. Is hand hygiene performed by the personal services worker when required, in a proper manner and are provisions available to perform hand hygiene?
      • Hand soap was not available at the sink designated for customer handwashing.Hand soap was made available during the inspection. The operator was advised to ensure that hand soap is kept readily accessible and in close proximity to the sink at all times to facilitate effective handwashing by both clients and staff.
    • 13. Is single-use or uncleanable equipment being used as intended (Critical)?
      • During the inspection, it was observed that single-use buffers were being reused.Ensure that single-use buffers and other disposable items are not reused under any circumstances to minimize the risk of contamination and transmission of infection. Staff should be trained to identify and properly dispose of all single-use items after each client.
    • 15. Is reusable equipment handled and stored properly (Critical)?
      • Reusable instruments were not being stored in a manner that protects them from contamination. During the inspection, on multiple stations, tools identified as cleaned and ready for use were observed stored together with dirty items. Visible dust and debris had accumulated on and around these tools.Ensure that all cleaned and disinfected reusable tools are stored in clean, dry, covered or closed containers to prevent contamination. Dirty and clean items must be kept separate at all times. Maintain appropriate storage practices and regularly clean storage areas to prevent the accumulation of dust and debris on clean instruments. Staff should be trained to properly store reprocessed equipment to maintain its sanitary condition until use.
    • 18. Is reusable equipment cleaned properly (Non-Critical)?
      • Drill bits were observed to be soaked in 70% isopropyl alcohol after each use. Reusable equipment must be thoroughly cleaned to remove visible debris and organic matter prior to disinfection. In addition, 70% isopropyl alcohol is not an acceptable disinfectant for the reprocessing of reusable equipment and tools.Ensure all drill bits are cleaned with soap and water or an appropriate cleaning agent to remove visible debris before disinfection. After cleaning, disinfect the drill bits with at least low-level disinfectant according to the manufacturer's instructions for concentration and contact time. Do not use 70% isopropyl alcohol as the disinfectant for reusable equipment and tools.
    • 20. Is reusable equipment disinfected properly?
      • Expired cleaning and disinfecting wipes with an expiry date of July 2015 were observed in use at the facility. Following discussion during the inspection, the expired wipes were discarded by the operator.Due to the reason that expired disinfectant products may not be effective in achieving the intended level of cleaning and disinfection. Ensure all cleaning and disinfecting products are used within their expiry date.
    • 29. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained to allow for the safe and sanitary provision of personal services (Non-Critical)?
      • It was observed during the inspection that1. Multiple chairs at service stations had damaged surfaces, including scratches, tears, and holes. These damaged surfaces cannot be adequately cleaned and disinfected, which may allow the accumulation of dirt, debris, and microorganisms.2. Several drawers of the service tables were in disrepair, with some broken and repaired using duct tape. The damaged surfaces are not smooth and can impede effective cleaning and maintenance.Ensure to 1. Repair or replace all chairs with damaged, scratched, torn, or non-smooth surfaces to ensure they are maintained in good condition. 2, Repair or replace damaged service table drawers and remove temporary repairs such as duct tape. All work surfaces, storage units and furnishings must be maintained in good repair with smooth, durable and easily cleanable surfaces to support proper sanitation and infection prevention practices.
    • 30. Is the reprocessing area of a personal service facility that uses reusable equipment properly designed, managed and maintained to ensure the safety of clients?
      • 1. Food items, dishes and utensils were observed to be stored in close proximity to the reprocessing sink. Reprocessing sinks are designated solely for the cleaning and disinfection of reusable equipment and tools and must not be used for washing dishes or utensils.2. Dirty rags were observed placed on the reprocessing sink, indicating inadequate storage and handling practices.Ensure to 1. Remove all food-related items, dishes and utensils from the reprocessing sink area and store them in a designated location away from the reprocessing station to prevent contamination. Do not wash dishes or utensils in the reprocessing sink.2. Improve storage and handling practices by keeping clean and dirty rags separate at all times. Store clean cleaning cloths in a clean, protected area or covered container to prevent contamination and place used or soiled linens in a designated container for laundering.
  2. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Demand Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 20. Is reusable equipment disinfected properly?
      • 1. Reusable semi-critical equipment such as nail clippers, cuticle removers and foot files were not properly disinfected, these tools were not fully immersed in the preempt CS20 solution.-Please follow manufacturer's instructions in usage, ensure the indicated tools are fully immersed in the high-level disinfectant for the prescribed period of time.2. Preempt RTU, CS20 and high-level disinfectant test strips had expired.-Do not use expired products to ensure product efficacy, please procure and use effective disinfectants and test strips.-Also, ensure the high-level disinfectant's concentration is monitored and its test result documented as required.
  4. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Monitoring Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 13. Is single-use or uncleanable equipment being used as intended (Critical)?
      • Single-use brow brushes were being reused; brow brush was noted with dark residues on it.-Equipment labeled as single-use or porous and uncleanable such as brow brushes, nail files, nail bluffers must be discarded after use on one client.-Please discard all single-use equipment after they have been used on one client.
    • 20. Is reusable equipment disinfected properly?
      • Reusable semi-critical instrument such as nail clippers were being disinfected with alcohol and preempt RTU.-Reusable semi-critical equipment must be disinfected with high-level disinfectant such as preempt CS20 or HlD5. Please procure and use high-level disinfectant for such equipment.-If the disinfectant is to be reused for more than one day, please buy suitable test strips to daily monitor the disinfectant's concentration and document the test result.AHS High-level disinfectant log sheet can be accessed from the website: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/assets/wf/eph/wf-eph-high-level-disinfectant-log.pdf
    • 26. Are cosmetic products appropriate for their intended use and being handled properly?
      • Some cosmetic containers/bottles were not labeled with product names.-Please ensure all cosmetic containers or bottles are properly labeled with product names to prevent misuse.

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