Queensland pool safety diagram showing an 1800mm boundary fence used as part of a swimming pool barrier.

1800mm Boundary Fence Used as a Pool Barrier

A boundary fence can form part of a swimming pool barrier, provided the applicable pool safety requirements are satisfied. Where an 1800mm boundary barrier is used, particular attention must be given to its effective height and the location of potential climbing points.
Licensed Pool Safety Inspector

Why Choose a Licensed Pool Safety Inspector?

When it comes to swimming pool safety, choosing the right inspector is just as important as maintaining the pool barrier itself. Whether you are selling your home, leasing a rental property or simply wanting confidence that your pool barrier complies with Queensland legislation, engaging a licensed Pool Safety Inspector ensures your inspection is carried out professionally and in accordance with the current legislative requirements.
Understanding Form 23 and Form 26

Understanding Form 23 and Form 26

If you’ve recently arranged a Pool Safety Inspection, you may have heard the terms Form 23 and Form 26. These are the two documents most commonly associated with Queensland pool safety inspections, yet many homeowners, landlords and property managers are unsure what they actually mean.
What Happens If Your Pool Fails Inspection

What Happens If Your Pool Fails Inspection?

Hearing that your swimming pool has failed a Pool Safety Inspection can be disappointing, but it is important to understand that it does not mean your pool is unsafe or that major repairs are required.
Common Reasons Gold Coast Pools Fail Inspection

Five Common Reasons Gold Coast Pools Fail Inspection

One of the questions I’m asked most often is, “What usually causes a pool to fail inspection?” After inspecting hundreds of swimming pools throughout the Gold Coast, the answer is surprisingly simple.
Preparing Your Pool for Inspection

Preparing Your Pool for Inspection: A Simple Checklist

Preparing for a Pool Safety Inspection doesn’t need to be stressful. In fact, spending just 20 to 30 minutes checking a few common items before your inspection can often prevent unnecessary delays and save you money on rectification work.

What Happens During a Pool Safety Inspection?

If you’ve never arranged a Pool Safety Inspection before, it’s natural to wonder what the inspector will actually be looking for. Many homeowners are pleasantly surprised to learn that the inspection is not about finding fault. Instead, its purpose is to ensure your pool barrier complies with Queensland pool safety legislation and helps reduce the risk of young children gaining unsupervised access to the pool.
Rental Property Pool Safety Certificate

Rental Property Pool Safety Certificates Explained

If you own a rental property with a swimming pool, ensuring the pool barrier complies with Queensland pool safety legislation is an important part of protecting your tenants and meeting your legal obligations.
Pool Safety Inspection Before Selling Your Home

Selling Your Home? Arrange Your Pool Inspection Before Listing

If you're planning to sell a property with a regulated swimming pool, one of the best decisions you can make is to organise your Pool Safety Inspection before your home is listed for sale.
How Long Does a Pool Safety Certificate Last

How Long Does a Pool Safety Certificate Last?

If you own a swimming pool on the Gold Coast, one of the most common questions is, "How long does my Pool Safety Certificate last?" The answer depends on the type of swimming pool and how the property is used. For most privately owned residential swimming pools in Queensland, a Pool Safety Certificate is generally valid for two years from the date it is issued, provided the pool barrier continues to comply with Queensland pool safety legislation.