How often are public pools and public spas inspected?
As set out in the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care’s Recreational Water Protocol, 2019 (PDF)2 inspections of public pools and public spas happen:
- At least four times per year if they operate year-round.
- At least two times per year if they operate seasonally.
- At least one time per year if they operate less than 4 weeks.
- As needed when Public Health Inspectors follow up on complaints.
More inspections may be conducted if the number of public pool or public spa users is high, or if past inspections uncovered problems.
Pool and spa inspection reports for facilities in Middlesex-London can be viewed on the Middlesex-London Health Unit's Disclosure website.
Opening or Re-opening a Public Pool or Public Spa
All public pool and public spa operators must notify the Health Unit of their intention to open or re-open a public pool or public spa. The Middlesex-London Health Unit requires two weeks notice to be given.
If you plan to open or re-open a public pool or public spa that has been constructed, altered or closed for more than four weeks, please fill out the form below and e-mail, mail, or fax it to the Middlesex-London Health Unit.
Test Kit
Operators are required to test certain properties of the water before opening and throughout the day.