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The Paddock - Outdoor Pool

8600 Citation Dr, Richmond BC V6Y 3A3 · Pool

Official record from Vancouver Coastal →

Inspection summary

The Paddock - Outdoor Pool has been inspected 30 times by Vancouver Coastal Health since May 19, 2015. The most recent inspection, on September 17, 2026, found no infractions.

12 of 30 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 4 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pool and spa water quality 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 20 times across 12 separate inspections, most recently on May 26, 2026. For example: Daily pool records are adequately maintained and available on site

  • 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 May 26, 2026. For example: Chemicals are stored in a safe manner and location

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Pumps, filters, chemical feeders and safety equipment such as lifebuoys, reaching poles and first-aid kits must be present and working. Missing safety equipment can matter a great deal in an emergency.

    Recorded 8 times across 8 separate inspections, most recently on May 28, 2026. For example: Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Decks, ladders, fencing, drains, washrooms and signage must be in good repair. Damaged drain covers or broken fencing can be real safety hazards, while most other upkeep issues are lower risk.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on June 2, 2022. For example: Construction or alterations have occurred with a valid construction permit or waiver.

About this data

These results come from Vancouver Coastal 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.

30 inspections

  1. Routine

    0 infractions

  2. Routine Follow-up

    1 infraction

    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • The pool chemical test kit is absent/not in good condition and/or cannot produce accurate readings for required chemical parameters.
  3. Routine

    3 infractions

    • Chemicals are stored in a safe manner and location
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • The pool chemical test kit is absent/not in good condition and/or cannot produce accurate readings for required chemical parameters.
      • Flow meter is not functioning correctly
      • Skimmer does not adequately draw surface water from the pool.
    • Daily pool records are adequately maintained and available on site
      • Results of water testing are inadequately recorded.
  4. Routine Follow-up

    0 infractions

  5. Routine

    1 infraction

    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • Flow meter is not functioning correctly
      • Floating weir and/or skimmer basket is missing from the skimmer box.
  6. Routine

    0 infractions

  7. Routine Follow-up

    1 infraction

    • The operator maintains the pool in good repair.
  8. Routine Follow-up

    6 infractions

    • The pool alkalinity is properly maintained
      • Alkalinity is not between 80 ppm and 120 ppm
    • Chemicals are stored in a safe manner and location
      • Chemicals are stored directly on the floor.
    • The pool is clean, clear of obstructions, and adequately supplied
    • The operator maintains the pool in good repair.
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • The pool chemical test kit is absent/not in good condition and/or cannot produce accurate readings for required chemical parameters.
    • An operator of a pool has prepared, maintains, and follows a written pool safety plan to ensure the health and safety of pool patrons
      • Pool safety plan is not adequately developed.
  9. Routine

    1 infraction

    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • Flow meter is not functioning correctly
  10. Routine

    4 infractions

    • Construction or alterations have occurred with a valid construction permit or waiver.
      • A main drain cover and/or sump or suction fitting has been changed without authorization.
    • The pool does not present any suction or entrapment hazards to pool patrons
      • Single main drain or single skimmer operation inadequately prevents suction hazard
    • Pool rules are posted prominently within the pool enclosure
      • Safety rules sign missing, incomplete, or not clearly visible to the public
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • The pool chemical test kit is absent/not in good condition and/or cannot produce accurate readings for required chemical parameters.
  11. Routine Follow-up

    0 infractions

  12. Routine

    1 infraction

    • The water is clear so that the pattern of the main drain is clearly visible
      • The deepest point of the pool or the pattern of the pool main drain is not clearly visible.
  13. Routine

    0 infractions

  14. Routine Follow-up

    0 infractions

  15. Routine

    2 infractions

    • The pool pH level is properly maintained
      • pH level is not within 7.2 and 7.8
    • The pool alkalinity is properly maintained
  16. Routine Follow-up

    1 infraction

    • The pool is regularly maintained and kept in good repair by an appropriately trained person
  17. Routine

    2 infractions

    • The pool is regularly maintained and kept in good repair by an appropriately trained person
      • Handrails at steps, ladders and diving boards are not secure
      • Floating weir or skimmer basket is missing from the skimmer box.
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • Flow meter is not functioning correctly
  18. Routine Follow-up

    0 infractions

  19. Routine

    1 infraction

    • Chemicals are stored in a safe manner and location
  20. Routine Follow-up

    0 infractions

  21. Routine

    1 infraction

    • The pool is regularly maintained and kept in good repair by an appropriately trained person
      • Floating weir or skimmer basket is missing from the skimmer box.
  22. Routine Follow-up

    0 infractions

  23. Routine Follow-up

    0 infractions

  24. Routine

    2 infractions

    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • Flow meter is not functioning correctly
    • Chemicals are stored in a safe manner and location
      • Chemicals are stored directly on the floor.
      • Organic liquids (such as paint, fuel, motor oil, etc.) not required for pool operation are stored next to pool chemicals
  25. Routine Follow-up

    0 infractions

  26. Routine

    1 infraction

    • The pool is regularly maintained and kept in good repair by an appropriately trained person
      • Floating weir or skimmer basket is missing from the skimmer box.
  27. Routine Follow-up

    0 infractions

  28. Routine

    2 infractions

    • The pool pH level is properly maintained
      • pH level is not within 7.2 and 7.8
    • The pool is regularly maintained and kept in good repair by an appropriately trained person
      • Numerical depth of water in the pool is not clearly marked
  29. Routine

    2 infractions

    • The pool alkalinity is properly maintained
      • Alkalinity is not between 80 ppm and 120 ppm
    • The pool is regularly maintained and kept in good repair by an appropriately trained person
      • Skimmer does not adequately draw surface water from the pool.
  30. Routine

    2 infractions

    • Pool water velocity and recirculation rate is properly maintained
      • Pool water is not circulated through the skimmers or overflow gutters at minimum 50% of the design flow rate while the pool is in use.
    • The pool is regularly maintained and kept in good repair by an appropriately trained person
      • Skimmer does not adequately draw surface water from the pool.

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