Drowning is one of the leading causes of death in Queensland for children under five, and compliant pool fencing, along with active supervision and learning to swim, can save lives. This is why pool safety laws were introduced.
Here are answers to some frequently asked questions to help ensure your pool fence complies with safety standards.
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Frequently asked questions
General
What are the minimum pool fencing requirements in Queensland?
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1200mm in height
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for fences less than 1800mm high an area of 900mm on the outside of the fence that is free from climbable objects (called a non-climbable zone)
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no gaps greater than 100mm below the barrier
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no gaps of greater than 100mm between vertical components (i.e. posts and palings)
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windows that open into the pool area must be protected by bars or metal screens if, the sill is located 900mm or less from the floor. Alternatively, a window may be permanently fixed so that it doesn’t open more than 100mm.
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the gate must self-close and self-latch when released from any open position without the application of force and open away from the pool area
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the gate latch must measure at least 1500mm from the finished and stable ground level and also be located 1400mm from the top of the lowest horizontal rail
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a compliant CPR sign must be displayed either attached to the pool fence or displayed near the pool, so that the sign is easily visible to anyone near the pool
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no direct access from a building into an outdoor pool area i.e. door from a building into the pool area
Do I need to register my pool or spa?
How do I know if my pool is compliant?
Do I need a pool safety certificate?
Who will be checking that a pool complies with Queensland’s pool safety standard?
If I rent a property with a pool, who is responsible for making sure the pool fence complies?
Maintenance
What should I do if my pool fence is damaged or needs repair?
We can help you here with either free advice over the phone, onsite consultation or we can take care of the repairs for you!
How far back do I trim climbable trees around the pool area?
How do I report an unsafe pool?
Shared fencing and pool barriers
Can a door open onto the pool area if it is self-closing?
What do I do if I already have a door that enters the pool area?
There are several ways you can make your door compliant again so give us a call and we can give you ideas based on your circumstances.
Can there be a window or louvres between a building and a pool area?
Can I use my boundary fence as a pool fence?
My neighbour has a pool. Do I have any obligations because we share a fence?
Wading Pools
Do I need to register or fence my wading pool?
Laws
Do the pool safety laws apply to spas and portable pools?
Who needs to comply with these laws?
My pool fence is 20 years old. What has changed in terms of compliance?
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