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The Thunderbird - Outdoor Pool

2476 York Ave, Vancouver BC V6K 5W2 · Pool

Official record from Vancouver Coastal →

Inspection summary

The Thunderbird - Outdoor Pool has been inspected 11 times by Vancouver Coastal Health since July 31, 2015. The most recent inspection, on June 26, 2024, found no infractions.

4 of 11 inspections on record found no infractions at all. No inspections are on record from the past 12 months. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pool and spa water quality and Chemicals and toxic substances.

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 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 24 times across 7 separate inspections, most recently on August 5, 2022. For example: The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.

  • 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on August 5, 2022. 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 8, 2016. For example: Adequate pool supervision and/or safety equipment is provided

  • 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 once on July 20, 2021. 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.

11 inspections

  1. Routine

    0 infractions

  2. Routine

    6 infractions

    • The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.
      • Permit to Operate is not posted in a prominent location.
    • Chemicals are stored in a safe manner and location
    • Pool rules are posted prominently within the pool enclosure
      • Safety rules sign missing, incomplete, or not clearly visible to the public
    • The operator maintains the pool in good repair.
      • Numerical depth of water in the pool is not clearly marked
    • An operator of a pool has prepared, maintains, and follows a written pool safety plan to ensure the health and safety of pool patrons
    • Daily pool records are adequately maintained and available on site
      • Results of water testing are inadequately recorded.
  3. Routine

    4 infractions

    • Construction or alterations have occurred with a valid construction permit or waiver.
    • The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.
      • Permit to Operate is not posted in a prominent location.
    • The pool alkalinity is properly maintained
      • Alkalinity is not between 80 ppm and 120 ppm
    • Pool rules are posted prominently within the pool enclosure
  4. Routine

    5 infractions

    • Construction of the pool is in accordance with approved plans and specifications.
    • The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.
      • Permit to Operate is not posted in a prominent location.
    • The pool pH level is properly maintained
    • Pool rules are posted prominently within the pool enclosure
      • Safety rules sign missing, incomplete, or not clearly visible to the public
      • “No lifeguard on duty” sign missing, incomplete, or not clearly visible to the public
    • 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
  5. Routine

    4 infractions

    • The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.
      • Permit to Operate is not posted in a prominent location.
    • The pool pH level is properly maintained
      • pH level is not within 7.2 and 7.8
    • Pool rules are posted prominently within the pool enclosure
      • Safety rules sign missing, incomplete, or not clearly visible to the public
    • 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
  6. Routine

    0 infractions

  7. Routine Follow-up

    0 infractions

  8. Routine

    3 infractions

    • The Permit to Operate a pool is valid and is posted in a prominent location.
      • Permit to Operate is not posted in a prominent location.
    • The pool pH level is properly maintained
      • pH level is not within 7.2 and 7.8
    • 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

    4 infractions

    • The pool pH level is properly maintained
      • pH level is not within 7.2 and 7.8
    • The pool cyanuric acid stabilizer level is properly maintained
      • The cyanuric acid stabilizer level is greater than 80 ppm
    • Adequate pool supervision and/or safety equipment is provided
      • Pool is not equipped with a reaching assist and/or the reaching assist is made of conducting materials (N/A for pools < 10m²)
    • Daily pool records are adequately maintained and available on site
      • Results of daily water testing is inadequately recorded: Free Available Chlorine, Combined Available Chlorine and pH is tested and recorded at least twice daily; Alkalinity and Cyanuric Acid is tested and recorded at least weekly.
  10. Routine

    3 infractions

    • Construction of the pool is in accordance with approved plans and specifications.
      • Construction or alterations has occurred without a construction permit.
    • Pool equipment is regularly tested for safety and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications
      • A cross-connection control device is not present on the make-up water line
    • Chemicals are stored in a safe manner and location
      • Chemicals are stored directly on the floor.
      • Incompatible chemicals (Strong acids, strong bases, chlorine and organic chlorines) are not adequately separated.
  11. Routine

    0 infractions

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