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Compliance with your Pool or Spa Safety Barrier is crucial to prevent tragic accidents, especially involving children. The Victorian Government's strict enforcement of Compliant Safety Barriers regulations reflects their commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all residents.
For any Swimming Pools or Spas that are capable of holding water more than 300mm (30 cm), a Compliant Safety Barrier is mandatory to reduce the chances of young children gaining access into the Pool or Spa area without adult supervision.
The need for Compliant Safety Barriers applies to:
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The Victorian Government has introduced new laws to improve Swimming Pool and Spas Safety Barriers. It is now mandatory for Owners of land which where a Swimming Pool or Spa is located, to have their Pool or Spa registered and inspected every 4 years which includes the following:
It is the responsibility of the Owner to maintain, repair, and ensure the proper functioning of Pool or Spa Safety Barrier. Direct access to a new outdoor Pool or Spa area via a building is prohibited.
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As an owner of a Pool or Spa, it is your responsibility to upkeep and ensure the functionality of your Pool or Spa Safety Barriers to restrict unauthorized access.
The Pool Safety Barrier Checklists detailed below will help you to assess the Safety aspects of your Pool or Spa Safety Barrier. As the details of these checklists can be quite complex, Pool and Spa Owners should use these as a guide only, and as such, strongly recommend that you arrange for a Qualified Professional Pool and Spa Inspector. By using a registered Pool and Spa Inspector, like myself, it will give you peace of mind, knowing at the end of the inspection process, your Pool or Spa Safety Barrier will be Compliant in accordance with the applicable Barrier Standard set by council which is based on the Pool or Spa construction date.
Please note, if you plan on modifying an existing Pool or Spa Safety Barrier, you might be required to need a permit for the alteration. Any changes made to the Safety Barrier must adhere to the current regulations. Consult your local council or building surveyor for more advice.
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If you have answered YES to any of the above questions, you need a registered Professional Pool and Spa Barrier Inspector, NOW!
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Ensure the safety and Compliance of your Pool or Spa by booking an inspection today with our fully-qualified and VBA-registered building inspectors. Our team is well-versed in all aspects of Pool and Spa safety, providing a thorough and reliable inspection service.
Don't leave safety to chance - trust our professionals to help keep your Pool and Spa secure, safe, and up to standard.
Registered Building Inspector, Class of Building Inspector (Pool Safety) under section 171 of the Building Act 1993 (the Act) IN-PS 73821.
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