Sandman Hotel Hamilton - Indoor Spa
560 Centennial Pkwy N, Hamilton ON L8E 0G2 · Indoor Spa
Inspection summary
Sandman Hotel Hamilton - Indoor Spa has been inspected 21 times by City of Hamilton Public Health Services since March 9, 2022. The most recent inspection, on September 23, 2026, found no infractions.
7 of 21 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 5 inspections with 6 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pool and spa water quality, Cleaning, disinfection and sterilization and Chemicals and toxic substances.
Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.
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.
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 13 times across 9 separate inspections, most recently on March 23, 2026. For example:
pH value is within range of 7.2 to 7.8.
Cleaning, disinfection and sterilizationHigher risk
Tools that touch clients, such as clippers, nail files, footbaths and tattoo equipment, must be cleaned and then disinfected or sterilized to the level the risk requires. Inspectors check disinfectant contact times, sterilizer test results and how clean tools are stored. Items that cannot be properly cleaned must be used only once.
Recorded 4 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on March 24, 2026. For example:
Sanitizer levels in compliance.
Chemicals and toxic substancesHigher risk
Disinfectants must be the right type for the job, mixed to the correct strength, labelled and replaced on schedule. A disinfectant that is expired or diluted too much may not kill germs on tools, so these findings are treated seriously.
Recorded 4 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on August 14, 2024. For example:
Sufficient supply and storage of chemicals and testing devices.
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 6 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on May 22, 2026. For example:
Daily records complete, signed, and maintained.
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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on November 20, 2025. For example:
Deck and walls maintained in a sanitary condition and free from hazards.
About this data
These results come from City of Hamilton Public Health Services, 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.
21 inspections
- Routine Inspection
0 infractions
- Routine Inspection
1 infraction
- Daily records complete, signed, and maintained.
- Complete and sign records daily.
- Daily records complete, signed, and maintained.
- Re-inspection
1 infraction
- Sanitizer levels in compliance.
- Ensure there is a residual of free available chlorine (FAC) or total bromine in every part of the public spa of at least 5 ppm but not more than 10 ppm.
- Sanitizer levels in compliance.
- Routine Inspection
3 infractions
- Sanitizer levels in compliance.
- Ensure there is a residual of free available chlorine (FAC) or total bromine in every part of the public spa of at least 5 ppm but not more than 10 ppm.
- pH value is within range of 7.2 to 7.8.
- Ensure pH value is maintained within the range of 7.2 to 7.8.
- Oxidation Reduction Potential (ORP) value is not less than 600 mV and not greater than 900 mV, where spa is equipped with an automatic sensing device.
- Ensure ORP value is maintained in the range of 600 mV to 900 mV.
- Sanitizer levels in compliance.
- Routine Inspection
1 infraction
- Deck and walls maintained in a sanitary condition and free from hazards.
- Maintain deck surfaces free from hazards.
- Deck and walls maintained in a sanitary condition and free from hazards.
- Routine Inspection
0 infractions
- Routine Inspection
0 infractions
- Routine Inspection
3 infractions
- Water clarity satisfactory/lowest water outlet drain is clearly visible when the spa water is in a non-turbulent state
- Daily records completed, signed and maintained.
- Record type and amount of chemicals added manually.
- Emergency telephone is present and operational
- Routine Inspection
1 infraction
- Total alkalinity is between 80 mg/L (80 ppm) and 120 mg/L (120 ppm).
- Routine Inspection
2 infractions
- Sufficient supply and storage of chemicals and testing devices.
- Total alkalinity is between 80 mg/L (80 ppm) and 120 mg/L (120 ppm).
- Routine Inspection
1 infraction
- All components of the filtration, recirculation, and chemical feed systems are in continuous operation and maintained in proper working order.
- Routine Inspection
0 infractions
- Routine Inspection
0 infractions
- Routine Inspection
1 infraction
- Emergency stop button requirements met.
- Ensure emergency stop button activates an audible and visual alarm.
- Emergency stop button requirements met.
- Routine Inspection
4 infractions
- Manual tests conducted 30 minutes before spa opens and every 2 hours during operation.
- Daily records completed, signed and maintained.
- Other records signed and completed
- Ensure water outlet cover inspections are recorded at least once every 30 operating days along with time of day the test was completed and by whom.
- Ensure vacuum release mechanism is tested and recorded at least once every 30 days.
- Outlet covers are secure and inspected at least once every 30 operating days.
- Routine Inspection
0 infractions
- Re-inspection
0 infractions
- Routine Inspection
3 infractions
- Spa operator designated and trained in public spa operation, maintenance, filtration systems, water chemistry and all relevant safety and emergency procedures.
- Sanitizer levels in compliance
- Maintain Free Available Chorine between 5mg/L (5ppm) - 10mg/L (10ppm).
- Total alkalinity is between 80 mg/L (80 ppm) and 120 mg/L (120 ppm).
- Maintain total alkalinity between 80mg/L (80ppm) and 120 mg/L (120 ppm).
- Routine Inspection
3 infractions
- Spa operator designated and trained in public spa operation, maintenance, filtration systems, water chemistry and all relevant safety and emergency procedures.
- All components of the filtration, recirculation, and chemical feed systems are in continuous operation and maintained in proper working order.
- Total alkalinity is between 80 mg/L (80 ppm) and 120 mg/L (120 ppm).
- Maintain total alkalinity between 80mg/L (80ppm) and 120 mg/L (120 ppm).
- Re-inspection
2 infractions
- Spa operator designated and trained in public spa operation, maintenance, filtration systems, water chemistry and all relevant safety and emergency procedures.
- Total alkalinity is between 80 mg/L (80 ppm) and 120 mg/L (120 ppm).
- Maintain total alkalinity between 80mg/L (80ppm) and 120 mg/L (120 ppm).
- Routine Inspection
9 infractions
- Water facility inaccessible when closed.
- Spa operator designated and trained in public spa operation, maintenance, filtration systems, water chemistry and all relevant safety and emergency procedures.
- All components of the filtration, recirculation, and chemical feed systems are in continuous operation and maintained in proper working order.
- Sanitizer levels in compliance
- Daily records completed, signed and maintained.
- Other records signed and completed
- Ensure emergency stop button is tested and recorded at least once every 30 operating days.
- Ensure water outlet cover inspections are recorded at least once every 30 operating days along with time of day the test was completed and by whom.
- Ensure vacuum release mechanism is tested and recorded at least once every 30 days.
- Ensure ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) is tested monthly or according to manufacturer instructions, whichever is more frequent.
- Emergency telephone is present and operational
- Outlet covers are secure and inspected at least once every 30 operating days.
- Premises is operated and maintained free from every condition that may be a potential/immediate health hazard
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