AS1926.1- 2012

1.1 Is there any pool fencing around the pool (other than boundary fencing)

1.2 Is the pool fencing (non perforated) at least 1200mm from ground level on the approach side in all areas?

1.3 Is the spacing between vertical uprights less than 100mm?

1.4 Is there less than 100mm ground clearance under the pool fencing?

1.5 Is the ground underneath the pool fence stable?

1.6 Is the safety barrier clear of any steps, retaining walls, objects or level changes that would otherwise reduce the height of the barrier within 500mm?

1.7 For fences with rails on the inside (where rails are less than 900mm apart) are the vertical members less than 10mm in width ?

1.8 If there are non compliant horizontal members that are greater than 10mm width, are they treated with the use of a 60degree fillet?

1.8 For perforated fences with apertures greater than 13mm but less than 100mm is the fence at least least 1.8m high and strained at both top and bottom?

1.9 Do all fences and posts satisfy tests for strength and<br>rigidity. Fence posts and palings must have sufficient<br>strength and rigidity and be able to sustain reasonable force<br>as expected from an adult?

1.10 Are glass fences sturdy and of sufficient strength and fit for purpose which is compliant with AS1288?

1.11 Is there a 900mm non climbable zone (up and down) from the outside of all pool fencing?

1.12 Where gaps in the fence are greater than 10mm is there a 300mm non climbable zone on the inside of the fence from the lowest upper horizontal member 900mm down?

1.13 Are any projections/indentations on the outside of the fence (horizontal) greater/deeper than 10mm (if so are they spaced more than 900mm apart?)

1.14 Is the barrier at least 1.8 metres in height? barriers greater than 1.8 metres can be climbable on either side and must be clear of any steps, retaining walls or other features that would reduce the overall height within 500mm (NOT APPLICABLE TO A BOUNDARY FENCE)

2.1 Do all gates in the pool fencing open away from the pool<br>area?

2.2 Are gates fitted with a self closing device that returns gate<br>to the closed position including from a position adjacent to<br>the lock?

2.3 Is the self latching device 1500mm above ground level &<br>OR is it in a position that you need to reach over the gate and shielded by a screen with radius greater than 450mm (with any gaps less than 10mm) to prevent opening by a child.(and at least 150mm from the hand hold opening.)?

2.4 Is the gate latching device incapable of being adjusted<br>during operation or locked on an open position or adjusted<br>without the use of tools?

2.5 Do gate hinges protrude less than 10mm within <br>900mm apart (on approach side) or fitted with a 60° cap.

2.6 Is Gate Protected from Climbing by No Climb Zone<br>900mm outside and 300mm inside?

2.7 Are all gates and posts able to withstand a reasonable<br>force of approximately NOTE; Gates must have sufficient strength and rigidity and be able to sustain reasonable force as expected from an adult or a child swinging on the gate and still function.

2.8 Is the pool gate clear of any steps, retaining walls, objects or level changes that would otherwise reduce the height of the barrier within 500mm?

3.2 Is the boundary fence(s) imperforate and at least 1.8 metres in height measured internally?

3.3 Is there a 900mm Non climbable zone from the top of the boundary fence on the inside towards the swimming pool vicinity?

3.4 Are the Boundary fence(s) in ridged and in good condition and capable of sustaining a force in any direction without<br>compromise?

3.5 For Fence Junctions is the intersection with the barrier<br>fence non climbable 900mm horizontally from the pool<br>barrier fence on the outside and 300mm on the inside? NOTE: This may be treated with the use of 60 degree fillets.

3.6 Are any rails within the 900mm Non climbable zone on the swimming pool vicinity side fitted with fillets that run 60 degrees to the horizontal to render the fence unclimbable or otherwise protected?

3.7 Where a boundary fence intersects with a swimming pool safety fence is the dimension of the top part of the fence not more than 50mm in width?

4.1 Windows - If there are any windows that open onto the swimming pool vicinity, where the distance from the lowest opening sill to swimming pool ground level is less than 1800mm, are they permanently restricted to not more than 100mm opening or totally and permanently covered by bars or a metal screen that can only be removed with a tool?

5.1 Is the Balcony outside the 900mm non climbable zone? If not, is the balustrade of balcony must be compliant with Part 1 (pool safety fence) of this report?

6.1 Does the retaining wall have an effective height of 1800mm (above the swimming pool) OR does the retaining wall have an effective height of 1800mm (below the swimming pool) Where a retaining wall has an effective height between 1200 to 1800mm does the barrier comply with Part 1 of this report?

6.2 Is the retaining wall vertical or slope away from (high<br>side) or towards (low side) the pool at less than 15°

6.3 If the pool fence intersects with a retaining wall, the fence shall extend to the outer edge of the retaining wall and either overhang the retaining wall by 900mm or return 900mm along the retaining wall in either direction?

7.1 Are the walls of the pool used as a barrier and 1200mm?

7.2 Do the walls of the above ground pool have a 900mm No<br>Climb Zone?

7.3 Is there a separate compliant barrier (fence and gate)<br>around the ladder or pool access point? see Parts 1 and 2 of<br>this report for assessment.

Is the safety barrier compliant with the applicable barrier standard (AS1926.1-2012)?