Pool Barrier Compliance Inspection & Certification
Are you aware that in Victoria, it's mandatory to undergo inspections for spa and pool fences? According to recent regulations, individuals who own a spa or pool must ensure their barriers undergo inspection every four years.
Pool and spa owners must register their pool or spa with their local council and submit a Certificate of Compliance to show that their barrier has been inspected.
Site One offers an efficient and affordable service with a fully licensed and insured , Victorian Building Authority registered inspector.
We provide a thorough inspection, detecting any potential issues early on, saving you from expensive repairs. If relevant, we provide easy to understand guidance and recommendations for any necessary repairs or modification to ensure your pool/spa barrier is safe and compliant.
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Affordable, Flat Rate Pricing
Please ask us about our locals discount for 3172, 3171, 3173, 3195, 3192
Certification Inspection
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Thorough inspection of your pool/spa barrier as required by Council
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Certificate of Compliance completed within 24 hours (provided barrier is compliant)
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Improvement notice (with clear recommendations for rectification of identified issues) provided with if barrier is non-compliant.
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On going guidance via phone/email as required
$250
Follow-Up Inspection
(If required)
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Re-inspection of your pool/spa barrier after the recommended improvements from the first inspection have been made.
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Updated report , included updated with Certificate of Compliance will be provided to you within 24 hours
$75
Service Areas
Our regular service locations includes council areas: Kingston, Bayside, Greater Dandenong, Casey, Glen Eira, Frankston and Knox City. We are happy to offer service outside of these areas for a small additional fee, please contact us for a quote.
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Geelong and rural areas: We happily travel to locations outside of Melbourne, please contact us for a quote.
STEP 1
Contact your local council to register your pool or spa.
They will send you a letter detailing the deadline for the inspection based on the age of your pool.
STEP 2
After receiving your letter, please get in touch to book an inspection. We can generally come to you within a few days. To prepare, you may like to conduct your own pre-visit checklist to minimise the need for a second inspection. The VBA provides checklists, please see relevant link below in addition to some handy tips.
STEP 3
If your pool/spa barrier is compliant, you will receive your Certificate of Compliance within 24 hours.
STEP 4
If your barrier is found to be non-compliant, you'll be provided with a detailed report with c recommended rectifications . You'll then have 60 days to completed the work and have the pool/spa barrier re-inspected. We are happy to answer any questions you may have along the way.
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE MADE EASY
Pre-Visit Checklist
To help you avoid the need for a follow-up inspection, it's a good idea to check your pool/spa barrier prior to our visit. Listed below are some some common issues we find when completing barrier inspections. In addition to that, The Victorian Building Authority provide checklists to help you ensure your pool/spa barrier is compliant.
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VBA Checklist for swimming pools and spas constructed on or before 8 April 1991 click here
VBA Checklist for swimming pools and spas constructed between 8 April 1991 and 30 April 2010 click here
VBA Checklist for swimming pools and spas constructed from 30 April 2010 onwards click here
Check for any Climbable Objects
Keep the pool area clear of anything a child could use to climb over the fence, whether it's a permanent fixture or something that can be moved around.
Here are examples of items that could jeopardize compliance if found near your pool fence:
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Trees (with branches low enough to climb)
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Shrubs or other plants
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BBQs
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Furniture
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Air-conditioning units
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Retaining walls and other fences
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Water taps or hose reels
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Any object that could provide a foothold for climbing
Check Gate
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Verify that gates automatically close securely, regardless of how slightly they're left open. Dependability is key.
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Confirm that the opening mechanism is positioned at a minimum of 1.5m above ground level. Alternatively, if it's inside the gate, ensure it remains out of children's reach.
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Ensure gates can only be opened using the designated mechanism.
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Gates should consistently swing outward, away from the pool area.​
Check Height and Gaps in Pool Fence
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Fence should be at least 1.2m tall
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Fence needs to be structurally sound, the fence cannot bend when force is applied.
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No gaps greater than 10cm across, including the gap between the bottom of the fence and ground.
To book an inspection, or for any questions: