New Pool Safety Laws

When summertime arrives you know it is going to be full of BBQs, fun in the sun and undoubtedly, swimming. If you are among the lucky crowd who has a pool you will understand that this luxury brings a big responsibility. In the past there have been many lives devastatingly lost due to swimming pools not have appropriate safety. In a bid to improve the number of deaths, particularly in young children, the government has released a new set of laws to make swimming pools a more safe place to enjoy. Here is a briefing of what this means for pool owners.

Safety checks and registering. -

An important requirement prior to leasing an investment property or selling to a chosen buyer is the acquisition of a pool safety certificate. This means if you own a rental property or wish to sell a property, you need to take affirmative action to your pool complying with the new safety laws. If you don't do this then you are not legally able to sell or rent your property. Where a body corporate is in place for units and townhouses the body corporate manager needs to organize a pool safety inspection. All properties that receive a pool safety certificate are then added to the pool safety register. Such is necessary to ensure that all pool owners comply with the requirements of the new pool safety regulations. Property owners who believe they should already be on the list can check to ensure this is correct. If they find their property is not listed there is a risk being fined an amount up to $2000.00. It is strongly recommended that all pool owners check compliance and registration as soon as possible and rectify any issues quickly.

Know you're right. -

It is very important to be familiar with the new pool safety laws so you don't get caught out. It is not just outdoor pools that the new laws relate to and not just swimming pools. Indoor pools as well as outdoor and indoor spas are also required to meet the terms of the new laws. In fact, any swimming or bathing set up that is deeper than 300mm needs to be enclosed with approved safety fences and gates. Appropriate signage needs to be present and fences need to be free of anything that can aid in climbing.

You can access more comprehensive information from your property management on the new pool laws. Be sure you can enjoy your swimming pool without the drama and get your pool safety checked today.


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Position One http://www.positionone.com.au/ property management Brisbane can discuss any queries you have relating to the new pool safety laws. If you own real estate Brisbane that has a pool then you will need to be sure your pool is a compliant one.