Pool Safety Check List

This checklist provides a simple guide to some of the aspects of pool safety prior to your official inspection, and is to be used only as a guide.

Pool safety is paramount to preventing accidents. Always ensure there is a responsible adult supervising whilst there are children in and around the pool.

Click here to download the checklist.

You can also use the QBCC  interact checklist  https://www.qbcc.qld.gov.au/pool-checklist/

For more information on pool safety compliance visit the QBCC https://www.qbcc.qld.gov.au/home-building-owners/pool-safety/pool-safety-compliance

All pools (and spas) in Queensland must be fenced and registered on the pool safety register.

If your pool isn’t registered you can be fined up to $2,611. If you fail to rectify a non-compliant pool, local governments can issue on the spot fines of $934 for individuals and up to $2269 for companies.

Owners also need to be aware that any person who props open a pool gate can be liable for an on the spot fine of over $450.

All Building Pool and Pest Inspections can register your pool for you or you can telephone Queensland Building and Construction Commission on 139 333.