Application to Open a Swimming Pool

TO ALL PUBLIC POOL OWNERS/OPERATORS:

The regulation regarding the operation of public swimming pools, Ontario Regulation 565, Section 5, requires every owner or operator to notify their local health unit in writing of his/her intention to re-open Class A or Class B pools.

The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit requests two weeks’ advance notice be given in order for suitable arrangements to be made for the initial inspection.

Please ensure that your pool is in compliance with Ontario Regulation 565/90 – Public Pools prior to our inspection. Failure to comply with this regulation may result in non-approval for opening by the Health Unit. A copy of Ontario Regulation 565/90 – Public Pools can be obtained at: www.e-laws.gov.on.ca/html/regs/english/elaws_regs_900565_e.htm

Enclosed is an application form to (re)open a public swimming pool. Please provide all the pertinent information as outlined on the form.

At this time, the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit is also requesting a diagram of the pool indicating its dimensions in order to calculate the maximum bather load and apply all applicable regulatory requirements as outlined in Ontario Regulation 565/90. Diagrams will be kept on file for future use. We also require, at this time, a copy of all lifeguard and assistant lifeguard certificates for all Class A pools.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact your local Public Health Inspector.

This is to notify the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit of my intention to (re)open a swimming pool in accordance with Ontario Regulation 565/90 Public Pools.

As the owner, I understand that I will also be considered the operator, unless I designate another individual as my operator at this time.