Improve your Chance of Compliance
All pool owners can improve their chances of Compliance by learning more about the minimum requirements. If your pool enclosure hasn’t been inspected in the past four years or compliance was last issued under a superseded Standard, the likelihood of maintaining compliance is reduced. The introduction of the Swimming Pools Regulations 2018 has impacted many […]
Are you Planning to Build an Infinity or Out-Of-Ground Pool
The swimming pool shown above is a semi in-ground infinity pool. The concrete skimmer catchment tank is located below pool level. Whilst out-of-ground and infinity pools were approved in the past, in 2011 the Swimming Pools Act and Regulation was amended. It now refers to the Building Code of Australia rather than directly to AS1926. […]
Boundary Barrier Fences – Non Climbable Zone NCZ 5
All fences have Non Climbable Zones. Today we will talk about NCZ5 which is applicable to the Boundary Barrier Fence that is shared with your neighbour. Under the current Standard a Non Climbable Zone is located in the upper 900mm quadrant of the fence height. Measure the height of the Non Climbable Zone in a […]
Is your Glass Gate Latch correctly shielded?
Clause 2.4.2.3 of the current Standard requires any gate latch release that is located less than 1500mm above finished ground level to be adequately shielded. Shielding of the latch release must be evident within a 450mm radius of the gate latch. This means there can be no gap between the gate and the adjacent panel that […]
Earth Bonding is mandatory AS/NZS3000:2018
When planning a new pool area or adjusting your existing pool fencing, consider more than just minimum fence heights. Compliance is essential when selling, leasing, or if you’re a foster carer. However, pool fences must also meet electrical safety standards. If your pool fence is within 1.25 meters of the pool edge, it must be […]