On average, 4 children drown in a backyard pool or Spa each year in Victoria, with many more taken to hospital for near drownings.
The 2019 pool and Spa Safety Barrier Regulations are in place to stop your loved ones having an accident that could be fatal.
The 2019 Pool and Spa Safety Barrier Regulations in Victoria make it the responsibility of pool and Spa owners to have their safety barriers checked every 4 yours.
Is my pool or spa compliant?
Your Local Government Authority letter will advise you, however the general key dates are:
Pools or spas built prior to 8 April 1991
Pools or spas built after 8 April 1991 through to 30 April 2010
Pools or spas built after 1 st May 2010
By law, we need to inspect your pool or spa safety barrier according to your Local Government Authority, if there are differences, ensure that they are fixed before we inspect.
We take the worry out of ensuring you maintain your compliance.
Pool & Spa Inspections & Certifications
Whether you’re an existing pool owner or investing in a property with a pool, we can provide you with confidence and peace of mind. Our pool safety inspections can save investors thousands of dollars by identifying non-compliance issues surrounding the pool environment in their prospective homes or spas. After inspecting your pool or spa, we’ll provide you with a comprehensive report. Once the inspection is complete, your inspector will give you a written report, and within 60 days, you have to get the issues fixed and re-arrange the pool barrier inspection to complete the process.
The pool fence inspector carries out all the functions to ensure safety around the pool. Our mission is to protect young children from accidental drownings around swimming pools. We work as licensed Pool Barrier Inspectors with an aim to ensure your kids’ safety around the pool area. Our pool barrier inspectors come in with right equipment, safety measures and training to ensure your pool is safe. We utilise industry-standard testing methods to determine if your pool’s construction – is compliant with the code and the guidelines of the swimming pool safety legislation. Our Pool and Spa Barrier Inspectors also offer weekend services that you can take advantage of if your weekdays are busy.
At JUST POOL FENCE INSPECTIONS are accredited pool and Spa barrier inspectors, registered with the Victorian Building Authority. Our team are licensed and qualified to conduct pool inspections all over Victoria for all existing and new poll fences.
VBA Checklist
The VBA's pool and spa safely barrier self-assessment checklists
Checklist 1 (for pools and spas installed before 8 April 1991)