Updated November, 2023

Swimming pools are the gateway to a leisurely vacation lifestyle, and Australia has a deep affection for these aquatic havens.

With more than

374,000 pools in New South Wales
250,000 in Queensland, and
200,000 in Victoria

swimming pools and spas are an integral part of Australian culture, representing a status symbol that boosts the value of our property values and lifestyles.

But this also presents a risk for the safety of young children aged 0-4.

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Why You Need A Pool Safety Certificate

Just as your car needs a roadworthy certificate to verify it’s safe and ready for the road, your pool needs to be safe and ready for your family and the community — with a pool safety certificate.

Pool safety certificates, forms and notices are issued by registered, certified council and private pool safety inspectors. Pool safety inspectors can only issue the appropriate certificate once an onsite pool inspection has been completed.

A pool inspection requires your pool safety inspector to check your pool, spa and barriers are compliant to the Swimming Pool Australian Standard AS 1926.1. When your pool safety inspector finds your pool, spa and barriers are compliant, your pool safety certificate is issued. Your pool safety certificate then needs to be renewed every few years to maintain your pool safety.

 

When You Need A Pool Safety Certificate

You need pool safety certificate when you are 

  • selling or leasing a property with a swimming pool or spa.
  • constructing a new swimming pool or spa on your property.
  • installing a new fence around an existing swimming pool or spa.
  • operating a Family Day Care or Home Care facility.
  • applying for or refinancing your home loan.
  • directed by the council

Our local councils are responsible for the regulation of our pools and can issue on-the-spot fines when a pool is a significant risk or not compliant.

Pool compliance certificates, forms and notices are issued by certified and council swimming pool inspectors.

 

What Do Pool Safety Inspectors Do?

Essentially, the pool safety inspector’s role is to

  • inspect pools, spas and barriers, and
  • lodge the inspection and details through the NSW Swimming Pool Register or QLD Pool Safety Register, or
  • set up VIC property owners to lodge their certificate directly with their local council.

 

 

Ten Reasons To Hire a Private Pool Safety Inspector

Free advice and follow-up support
A fast inspection process
In-depth understanding and explanation of state government pool safety regulations and standards

Pool safety inspectors undergo vigorous training courses for a comprehensive knowledge of rules, regulations, acts, and standards.

Translating complex legal details into everyday speak
Guidance and assistance for rectifications
All the admin work handled for you
An exclusive focus on Pool Safety
A comprehensive report with photos and video guiding you to compliance
Same-day certification
Providing the best customer service in the universe

Pool Safety Solutions focuses on a logical approach to pool and spa safety that looks at getting you compliant while preserving the value of your property.

 

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Disclaimer: PoolSS Checklists are a guide only, and does not constitute acknowledgment or approval of compliance or safety. If you check “No” to any of our questions, we recommend you Book An Inspection with a pool safety inspector to carry out an inspection confirming your pool is safe. 

 


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