Legislation

Pool safety legislation: What you need to know

Understanding Queensland’s pool safety regulations can feel overwhelming, but it is essential to ensure compliance and keep your property safe. At Qld Safety Fence Hire, we’re experts in pool safety legislation and are here to help you navigate the requirements with ease.

Key regulations for pool safety in Queensland

Queensland’s pool safety laws are designed to protect young children from unsupervised access to swimming pools and spas. Here are the main points you need to know:

Pool Safety Standard (MP 3.4): All pools must meet the Queensland Development Code Mandatory Part 3.4 (Swimming Pool Barriers), which specifies the requirements for barriers, gates, and surrounding zones.

Pool registration: Pool owners must register their pools with the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC)

Pool safety certificates: Selling or leasing a property with a pool requires a valid pool safety certificate, which can only be issued by a licensed pool safety inspector.

Barrier requirements at a glance

To comply with the Pool Safety Standard, your pool barrier must:

• Be at least 1.2 meters high with gaps no wider than 100 millimetres.
• Include a 900-millimetre non-climbable zone to prevent climbing over.
• Feature self-closing and self-latching gates that open away from the pool.

Portable and indoor pools capable of holding more than 300 millimetres of water must also meet these standards.

Local government enforcement

Your local council is responsible for enforcing pool safety laws and may conduct inspections to ensure compliance. Non-compliance can result in fines, so it’s vital to get it right.

How we can help

At Qld Safety Fence Hire, we have over 15 years of experience in pool safety solutions. Whether you need advice on regulations, assistance with temporary fencing, or guidance on pool void covers, our team is here to help. We pride ourselves on making pool safety straightforward and stress-free.

Contact us today for expert advice tailored to your needs.