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 Building Standards Tasmania – Pool Safety.