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Common Problems - pool inspection checklist
CHECKLIST
- Are all gates self-closing and self-latching from all positions?
- Are all latching devices at least 1500mm from the ground or 150mm below the top edge if located on the poolside?
- Do all gates open away from the pool?
- Is there a non-climbable pool barrier all the way around the pool?
- Is the pool fence at least 1200mm high or (1800 mm high where non-climbable zone is on poolside)?
Note: non-climbable zone is the radius of 900mm where there must be no rails or handholds etc. Also see http://www.hpw.qld.gov.au/SiteCollectionDocuments/GuidelinesForPoolOwnersAndPropertyAgents.pdf
- Have you ensured that there are no objects such as pot plants, rocks or climbable plants within the non-climbable zone?
- Are all gaps in the pool barrier no greater than 100mm?
- Are there any windows that open into the pool enclosure? If yes, do they open no greater than 100mm?
- Is the pool barrier undamaged?
- Is there a compliant CPR sign? (see fact 4 on home page) If not, we can supply and install on day of inspection.
These are general guidelines only to comply with your pool inspection requirements.
Our checklist provides you the most frequent compliance issues