
Public Swimming Pool & Spa Inspections & Guidelines
Health Inspections
Public Health Services inspects all indoor year-round public swimming pools and public spas (hot tubs):
- before the pool or spa opens for use
- at least four times per year
Public Health Services inspects all outdoor seasonal public swimming pools and public spas (hot tubs):
- before the pool or spa opens for use
- at least two times per year
Public health inspectors check for compliance with the Public Pools Regulation
Short-Term Residential Swimming Pool Rentals by Private Homeowners
Responsibilities and requirements for pool owners who are currently renting or considering renting their pool to the public using online forums.
- https://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/pro/programs/publichealth/enviro/ - English
- https://www.health.gov.on.ca/fr/pro/programs/publichealth/enviro/ - French
Other Resources
Contact Public Health Services by phone at 905-546-2189 or email [email protected] if you have questions about:
- the operation of your public pool or spa
- scheduling a pre-opening inspection - Download the New pool/Spa Notification form (PDF, 424 KB)
- understanding your responsibilities as an owner or operator of a public swimming pool or spa
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