The rules have not changed, however, the government is now actively enforcing compliance with the Regulations and Standards that have been in place for more than 35 years.
A formal document we issue to the owner to lodge with council stating a pool or spa barrier has been inspected and deemed to comply with the applicable standard.
A certificate of barrier compliance is valid to be lodged with the relevant council within 30 days of the date of issue. If the certificate is not lodged within the 30 days, a new inspection and a new certificate will be required.
A new inspection is required, and a new certificate of barrier compliance lodged with the relevant council every four years.
It is an offence to not lodge a certificate of barrier compliance. If you don't lodge a certificate of pool and spa barrier compliance by the due date, you may face an on-the-spot fine of approximately $330 and a penalty of up to $1,652.20.
Professional Pool Inspections include a link to the relevant council page along with the certificate of barrier compliance when issued.
The relevant council will provide you with confirmation and date the next certificate is due.
Yes. We explain any minor alterations necessary to meet the requirements specific to your barrier.
Yes. We explain any minor alterations necessary to meet the requirements specific to your barrier.
In some limited cases you can. We explain how this applies to your specific barrier.
No. A vertical barrier is required.