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SS College of Esthetics & Spa

8206 Saddlebrook Drive NE Calgary AB T3J 0M4 · Personal Services

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Inspection summary

SS College of Esthetics & Spa has been inspected 5 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since January 22, 2024. The most recent inspection, on February 7, 2025, found no infractions.

2 of 5 inspections on record found no infractions at all. No inspections are on record from the past 12 months. All recorded findings relate to upkeep, equipment or paperwork rather than direct infection-control risks to clients.

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 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.

  • 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 6 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on January 30, 2025. For example: Is reusable equipment cleaned properly (Critical)?

  • 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 on January 30, 2025. For example: Is the facility properly constructed and maintained to allow for the safe and sanitary provision of personal services (Non-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 2 times on January 22, 2024. For example: Are facility-specific written procedures established to adequately describe safe and sanitary practices?

  • 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 May 15, 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. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Demand Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 17. Is reusable equipment cleaned properly (Critical)?
      • The pedicure basin had a build-up of debris.Clean and disinfect equipment properly after each client.
    • 20. Is reusable equipment disinfected properly?
      • CS 20 disinfectant had expired in November 2024.The solution was discarded during the inspection. An unexpired CS 20 was available on-site.
    • 20. Is reusable equipment disinfected properly?
      • 1) A low-level disinfectant was not available for reusable hairstyling equipment such as hair combs and brushes.Provide a low-level disinfectant such as a barbicide.2) The operator stated that reusable equipment for nails was disinfected in the CS 20 solution for 15 to 20minutes and the disinfectant was replaced when the solution changed color or appeared unclean.Follow the manufacturer's instructions for use including contact time and reuse period.
    • 29. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained to allow for the safe and sanitary provision of personal services (Non-Critical)?
      • There was no proper ventilation for performing acrylic nail services.Cease acrylic nail services and remove all advertisements for this service if unable to meet ventilation requirements.
    • 29. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained to allow for the safe and sanitary provision of personal services (Non-Critical)?
      • The fabric client chairs were used for pedicure, hair styling and temporary makeup. The operator did not have means to clean the chairs after each client.Replace chairs. Work and client surfaces must be smooth, non-porous and easy to clean.
  3. Demand Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 26. Are cosmetic products appropriate for their intended use and being handled properly?
      • Operator had cosmetic products which did not have a full or legible ingredients list:- Clear vial (reported to contain acetone).- Sky Zone Glue DebonderOperator has stated these products will not be used on clients.
  4. Initial Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Demand Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 03. Are facility-specific written procedures established to adequately describe safe and sanitary practices?
      • The following written procedures were not developed at the time of the inspection:- the cleansing of skin and mucous membranes.- post-service care for personal services that involve energy emitting equipment.REQUIREMENT: Complete the above written procedures and send to the PHI for review.
    • 10. Is cleansing and antisepsis of skin and mucous membrane performed in accordance to written procedures and are suitable products being used?
      • Cleanser was not available to cleanse the skin prior to the waxing and facial services.REQUIREMENT: Obtain an appropriate cleanser.
    • 11. Is post-service care provided by personal service workers following any personal service or accident where a client's skin or mucous membrane is cut or punctured during a personal service, or when energy-emitting equipment is used?
      • No post-service care instructions were available for clients after energy emitting services are conducted.REQUIREMENT: Provide both verbal and written instructions to clients after providing laser service. Send a copy of the written post care for review.
    • 20. Is reusable equipment disinfected properly?
      • Operator has CS20 disinfectant as well as appropriate testing strips, but had not developed a high-level disinfecting log.A template log was shown to the operator at the time of the inspection.REQUIREMENT: Complete the above sections of the template log.
    • 25. Are the equipment manufacturer's instructions for use of specific equipment available and followed?
      • No medical history form was developed to screen clients for contraindications, or other skin conditions prior to beginning the laser services.REQUIREMENT: Develop a medical history form and ensure it is compliant with any manufacturer instructions.

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