What you need to know
If your swimming pool or spa holds a depth of water of 300mm (30cm) or more you must install a pool safety barrier. This requirement applies to pools and spas installed from 1994 onwards.
A pool or spa/hot-tub cover is not a compliant barrier & Inflatable and relocatable pools are not exempt from these regulations.
The requirement to install pool safety barriers applies to:
- Pools which are:
- in-ground
- indoor (excluding bathroom spa-baths)
- above ground
- inflatable and relocatable
- Wading pools holding 300mm (30cm) of water
- Hot tubs/spas
Who can help me?
The fencing needs to comply with the Australian Standards, National Construction Code & Building Act 2016. The meet these requirements, it is important to engage:
- draftsman/architect
- building surveyor
- licensed builder
If you are unsure if your pool safety barrier is compliant, contact a building surveyor!
If you would like information about legislation, codes and standards related to pool and spa barriers, see the Consumer, Building and Occupational Services website.
For more on pool safety and installing pool safety barriers see this fact sheet.