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Appendix E
Sample pool safety checklist
Pool barrier
YES
NO
I have a pool fence separating my pool from my neighbour that is at least
1.2 metres high all the way around or at least 1.8 metres high where there is
something climbable on the outside of the fence i.e. neighbour’s side.
My pool fence is well maintained − there are no holes or broken posts or rails.
All the vertical rails on the barrier are less than 100 millimetres apart.
The bottom of my pool fence is less than 100 millimetres off the ground all the
way around.
My pool fence is at least 900 millimetres away from any object that would allow a
child to climb over the fence such as BBQs, trees, rocks, shrubs, furniture.
Gate
My gate swings away from the pool area.
My gate swings back to closed position after being opened, without manual force
and from any position.
My gate latch is outside the gate and is at least 1.5 metres above ground level.
My gate latch is inside the gate and is 1.2 metres above ground level and at
least 150 millimetres below the top of the gate or the edge of any hand hole, or
shielded so a child cannot open the gate
Other
I have a current Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) sign prominently
displayed in the pool area.
My pool is on the pool safety register.
I have a pool safety certificate (where applicable).
My pool safety certificate is valid.
I have a building approval for the swimming pool/portable pool/spa.
Note: This checklist should be used as a guide only.
Building Codes Queensland