FAQ's

 

Q : Do I need to fence my above ground pool?

A : Provided the sides of the above ground pool are 1200mm or higher it is not necessary to have a fence all the way around. It is however a requirement that all above ground pools have an access point (e.g. ladder, stairs, slide) which has a compliant pool fence around it. It is also a requirement that there is nothing near the fence which could allow young children to climb up the sides of the pool or across into the pool.

 

Q : How long do I have to rectify issues with my pool once a non-compliance certificate is issued?

A : Pool owners have 90 days from the date of issue of a non-compliance certificate to have their pool re-inspected. If the pool is not re-inspected within 90 days then the inspector is obliged by law to forward the non-compliance notice to the local council. If the pool is re-inspected within 90 days and is still not compliant then the owner is issued with another non-conformity notice which esentially grants the pool owner another 90 days to re-inspect.

 

Q : How long is my Pool Safety Certificate valid for?

A : If your pool is a non-shared private pool your pool safety certificate is valid for 2 years.

For shared pools and pools associated with Hotels, resorts and, backpacker accomadation a pool safety certificate is valid for 1 year

 

Q : How do I know if my pool is on the Pool Safety Register?

A : You can check to see if your swimming pool is registered on the pool safety register by checking the register at the website below and follow the prompts.

 https://www.smarteda.qld.gov.au/pools/properties/propertySearch.action