Title Page
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Client's Name
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Email Address
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Contact Number
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Conducted on
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Inspected By
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Location
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Local Council
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Australian Standard which barrier will be inspected to
- Part 9A, Division 2 of the Building Regulations 2018
- AS 1926.1 - 1986
- AS 1926.1 - 1993
- AS 1926.1 - 1993 Amend 1
- AS 1926.1 - 2007 Amend 1
- AS 1926.1 - 2012
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Type of Pool
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In Ground/Above Ground
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Type of Inspection
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Outcome of Inspection
2.3 Fences
2.3.1 General
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Photo of General Pool & Barrier Area
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The barrier is a permanent structure
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Is the boundary fence part of the pool or spa barrier?
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Minimum height for a boundary fence is 1800mm
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Boundary fence must include interior NCZ 900mm radius quadrant from top of boundary fence
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The effective barrier height shall be not less than 1200 mm
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The barrier shall be installed vertically, unless specifically designed to lean away from the pool, it shall not be more than 15ยบ from the vertical
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The barrier shall have a NCZ on the outside of the barrier, 900mm radius quadrant from the top of the barrier up 900mm vertically above the top of the barrier (see fig 2.1)
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The barrier shall have a NCZ on the outside of the barrier, 900mm radius quadrant from the top of the lowest higher horizontal member, or from the top of the fence down (see fig 2.1)
2.2 Materials
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What type of material is the pool barrier made of?
- Glass
- Aluminum pool fence
- Wooden
- Steel
- Sheet metal
- Wire
- Mesh
- Masonry
- Other
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What other materials are used for the pool barrier
2.3.2 Perforated material or mesh
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Apertures in perforated material or mesh must be less than 100mm
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Is the perforated material or mesh less than 13 mm?
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Apertures in perforated material or mesh between 13mm and 100mm require a vertical height of not less than 1.8m
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Mesh fencing shall include a strainer wire or rail at the top and bottom of fencing.
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Materials used are of durable nature and are satisfactory for their purpose under the conditions prevailing at the site
2.3.3 Surface projections and indentations
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Are there any projections or indentations on the outside surface of the barrier?
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Projections and indentations that form a substantially horizontal surface with a depth greater than 10 mm must be spaced more than 900mm apart at any point (Fig 2.3a)
2.3.4, 2.3.5, 2.3.6 Horizontal members, horizontal surfaces & vertical members
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Does the barrier have horizontal climbable members? - rails, rods, wires or bracings
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Is the barrier greater than 1800mm tall?
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Are the vertical members are spaced to provide a clear opening of not more than 10 mm?
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Where there are two or more horizontal members, the top surface of the highest lower horizontal member, and the top surface of the lowest higher horizontal member shall be not less than 900mm. Note: if sloping site/fence, the measurement shall be made perpendicular to the finished ground level.
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The top surface of the highest lower horizontal member shall be at least 100mm below the top of the fence
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Any horizontal surfaces (pot plants, deck chairs, pool covers) inside the pool barrier shall be not less than 300mm from the barrier
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Vertical members shall not be spaced more than 100mm apart at any point
2.4 Ground Clearance
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The height of any opening between the bottom of the fencing and the finished ground level shall not exceed 100 mm
2.5 Gates
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How many Gates access the Pool or Spa area3
Gate 1
2.5.1 Direction of opening
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Is the gate hung so it only swings away from the pool area?
2.5.2 Operation of gate
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The gate shall have sufficient clearance to to swing freely through its arc of operation
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The maximum gap under the gate shall not to exceed 100 mm at any point when in a closed position
2.5.3 Self Closing device & 2.5.4 Latching Device
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All gates are self closing & self latching from any position, such that they prevent from being re-opened without being manually released, and cannot be locked while in the open position
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The latching device shall not be able to be inadvertently adjusted during operation
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The latching device shall not be able to be adjusted without the use of tools
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When in the closed position, can the latching mechanism cannot be released by the insertion of any implement between the 10 mm gap shown in Figure 2.7(a) particularly from below the mechanism?
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Functional test 1 - resting on the latch
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Functional test 2 - halfway open
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Functional test 3 - completely open
2.5.4.2 Location of Latching Device & 2.5.4.3 Shielding of Latching Device
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Select where the latching device is located
- Outside the barrier
- Inside the barrier (over or through the gate)
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The latch release is a minimum of 1500 mm from FGL and a minimum of 1400 mm from the highest lower horizontal member
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To release the latch, it is necessary to reach over the fencing at a height of 1200mm above FGL or not less than 1100 mm above the highest lower horizontal member, and the latch is placed at least 150mm below the top of the gate/fence, or 150mm away from a provided hand hole
2.5.4.3 Shielding of Latching Device
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The latching device is shielded so that no opening of greater than 10mm occurs within 450mm of the latching device, below the top of the fence/gate
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Where there is a handhole, the bottom is at a minimum of 1200 mm from FGL or 1100 mm from the highest lower horizontal member
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Shielding shall extend to a horizontal line through the top of the hand hole
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The shield shall be free of sharp edges, and the adjacent parts of the shield on the gate and the fence shall be rounded or chamfered to prevent hazards when the gate opens and closes
Gate 1
2.5.1 Direction of opening
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Is the gate hung so it only swings away from the pool area?
2.5.2 Operation of gate
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The gate shall have sufficient clearance to to swing freely through its arc of operation
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The maximum gap under the gate shall not to exceed 100 mm at any point when in a closed position
2.5.3 Self Closing device & 2.5.4 Latching Device
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All gates are self closing & self latching from any position, such that they prevent from being re-opened without being manually released, and cannot be locked while in the open position
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The latching device shall not be able to be inadvertently adjusted during operation
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The latching device shall not be able to be adjusted without the use of tools
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When in the closed position, can the latching mechanism cannot be released by the insertion of any implement between the 10 mm gap shown in Figure 2.7(a) particularly from below the mechanism?
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Functional test 1 - resting on the latch
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Functional test 2 - halfway open
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Functional test 3 - completely open
2.5.4.2 Location of Latching Device & 2.5.4.3 Shielding of Latching Device
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Select where the latching device is located
- Outside the barrier
- Inside the barrier (over or through the gate)
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The latch release is a minimum of 1500 mm from FGL and a minimum of 1400 mm from the highest lower horizontal member
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To release the latch, it is necessary to reach over the fencing at a height of 1200mm above FGL or not less than 1100 mm above the highest lower horizontal member, and the latch is placed at least 150mm below the top of the gate/fence, or 150mm away from a provided hand hole
2.5.4.3 Shielding of Latching Device
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The latching device is shielded so that no opening of greater than 10mm occurs within 450mm of the latching device, below the top of the fence/gate
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Where there is a handhole, the bottom is at a minimum of 1200 mm from FGL or 1100 mm from the highest lower horizontal member
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Shielding shall extend to a horizontal line through the top of the hand hole
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The shield shall be free of sharp edges, and the adjacent parts of the shield on the gate and the fence shall be rounded or chamfered to prevent hazards when the gate opens and closes
Gate 2
2.5.1 Direction of opening
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Is the gate hung so it only swings away from the pool area?
2.5.2 Operation of gate
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The gate shall have sufficient clearance to to swing freely through its arc of operation
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The maximum gap under the gate shall not to exceed 100 mm at any point when in a closed position
2.5.3 Self Closing device & 2.5.4 Latching Device
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All gates are self closing & self latching from any position, such that they prevent from being re-opened without being manually released, and cannot be locked while in the open position
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The latching device shall not be able to be inadvertently adjusted during operation
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The latching device shall not be able to be adjusted without the use of tools
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When in the closed position, can the latching mechanism cannot be released by the insertion of any implement between the 10 mm gap shown in Figure 2.7(a) particularly from below the mechanism?
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Functional test 1 - resting on the latch
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Functional test 2 - halfway open
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Functional test 3 - completely open
2.5.4.2 Location of Latching Device & 2.5.4.3 Shielding of Latching Device
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Select where the latching device is located
- Outside the barrier
- Inside the barrier (over or through the gate)
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The latch release is a minimum of 1500 mm from FGL and a minimum of 1400 mm from the highest lower horizontal member
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To release the latch, it is necessary to reach over the fencing at a height of 1200mm above FGL or not less than 1100 mm above the highest lower horizontal member, and the latch is placed at least 150mm below the top of the gate/fence, or 150mm away from a provided hand hole
2.5.4.3 Shielding of Latching Device
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The latching device is shielded so that no opening of greater than 10mm occurs within 450mm of the latching device, below the top of the fence/gate
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Where there is a handhole, the bottom is at a minimum of 1200 mm from FGL or 1100 mm from the highest lower horizontal member
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Shielding shall extend to a horizontal line through the top of the hand hole
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The shield shall be free of sharp edges, and the adjacent parts of the shield on the gate and the fence shall be rounded or chamfered to prevent hazards when the gate opens and closes
Gate 1
2.5.1 Direction of opening
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Is the gate hung so it only swings away from the pool area?
2.5.2 Operation of gate
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The gate shall have sufficient clearance to to swing freely through its arc of operation
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The maximum gap under the gate shall not to exceed 100 mm at any point when in a closed position
2.5.3 Self Closing device & 2.5.4 Latching Device
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All gates are self closing & self latching from any position, such that they prevent from being re-opened without being manually released, and cannot be locked while in the open position
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The latching device shall not be able to be inadvertently adjusted during operation
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The latching device shall not be able to be adjusted without the use of tools
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When in the closed position, can the latching mechanism cannot be released by the insertion of any implement between the 10 mm gap shown in Figure 2.7(a) particularly from below the mechanism?
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Functional test 1 - resting on the latch
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Functional test 2 - halfway open
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Functional test 3 - completely open
2.5.4.2 Location of Latching Device & 2.5.4.3 Shielding of Latching Device
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Select where the latching device is located
- Outside the barrier
- Inside the barrier (over or through the gate)
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The latch release is a minimum of 1500 mm from FGL and a minimum of 1400 mm from the highest lower horizontal member
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To release the latch, it is necessary to reach over the fencing at a height of 1200mm above FGL or not less than 1100 mm above the highest lower horizontal member, and the latch is placed at least 150mm below the top of the gate/fence, or 150mm away from a provided hand hole
2.5.4.3 Shielding of Latching Device
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The latching device is shielded so that no opening of greater than 10mm occurs within 450mm of the latching device, below the top of the fence/gate
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Where there is a handhole, the bottom is at a minimum of 1200 mm from FGL or 1100 mm from the highest lower horizontal member
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Shielding shall extend to a horizontal line through the top of the hand hole
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The shield shall be free of sharp edges, and the adjacent parts of the shield on the gate and the fence shall be rounded or chamfered to prevent hazards when the gate opens and closes
Gate 2
2.5.1 Direction of opening
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Is the gate hung so it only swings away from the pool area?
2.5.2 Operation of gate
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The gate shall have sufficient clearance to to swing freely through its arc of operation
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The maximum gap under the gate shall not to exceed 100 mm at any point when in a closed position
2.5.3 Self Closing device & 2.5.4 Latching Device
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All gates are self closing & self latching from any position, such that they prevent from being re-opened without being manually released, and cannot be locked while in the open position
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The latching device shall not be able to be inadvertently adjusted during operation
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The latching device shall not be able to be adjusted without the use of tools
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When in the closed position, can the latching mechanism cannot be released by the insertion of any implement between the 10 mm gap shown in Figure 2.7(a) particularly from below the mechanism?
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Functional test 1 - resting on the latch
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Functional test 2 - halfway open
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Functional test 3 - completely open
2.5.4.2 Location of Latching Device & 2.5.4.3 Shielding of Latching Device
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Select where the latching device is located
- Outside the barrier
- Inside the barrier (over or through the gate)
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The latch release is a minimum of 1500 mm from FGL and a minimum of 1400 mm from the highest lower horizontal member
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To release the latch, it is necessary to reach over the fencing at a height of 1200mm above FGL or not less than 1100 mm above the highest lower horizontal member, and the latch is placed at least 150mm below the top of the gate/fence, or 150mm away from a provided hand hole
2.5.4.3 Shielding of Latching Device
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The latching device is shielded so that no opening of greater than 10mm occurs within 450mm of the latching device, below the top of the fence/gate
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Where there is a handhole, the bottom is at a minimum of 1200 mm from FGL or 1100 mm from the highest lower horizontal member
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Shielding shall extend to a horizontal line through the top of the hand hole
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The shield shall be free of sharp edges, and the adjacent parts of the shield on the gate and the fence shall be rounded or chamfered to prevent hazards when the gate opens and closes
Gate 3
2.5.1 Direction of opening
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Is the gate hung so it only swings away from the pool area?
2.5.2 Operation of gate
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The gate shall have sufficient clearance to to swing freely through its arc of operation
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The maximum gap under the gate shall not to exceed 100 mm at any point when in a closed position
2.5.3 Self Closing device & 2.5.4 Latching Device
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All gates are self closing & self latching from any position, such that they prevent from being re-opened without being manually released, and cannot be locked while in the open position
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The latching device shall not be able to be inadvertently adjusted during operation
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The latching device shall not be able to be adjusted without the use of tools
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When in the closed position, can the latching mechanism cannot be released by the insertion of any implement between the 10 mm gap shown in Figure 2.7(a) particularly from below the mechanism?
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Functional test 1 - resting on the latch
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Functional test 2 - halfway open
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Functional test 3 - completely open
2.5.4.2 Location of Latching Device & 2.5.4.3 Shielding of Latching Device
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Select where the latching device is located
- Outside the barrier
- Inside the barrier (over or through the gate)
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The latch release is a minimum of 1500 mm from FGL and a minimum of 1400 mm from the highest lower horizontal member
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To release the latch, it is necessary to reach over the fencing at a height of 1200mm above FGL or not less than 1100 mm above the highest lower horizontal member, and the latch is placed at least 150mm below the top of the gate/fence, or 150mm away from a provided hand hole
2.5.4.3 Shielding of Latching Device
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The latching device is shielded so that no opening of greater than 10mm occurs within 450mm of the latching device, below the top of the fence/gate
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Where there is a handhole, the bottom is at a minimum of 1200 mm from FGL or 1100 mm from the highest lower horizontal member
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Shielding shall extend to a horizontal line through the top of the hand hole
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The shield shall be free of sharp edges, and the adjacent parts of the shield on the gate and the fence shall be rounded or chamfered to prevent hazards when the gate opens and closes
Gate 1
2.5.1 Direction of opening
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Is the gate hung so it only swings away from the pool area?
2.5.2 Operation of gate
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The gate shall have sufficient clearance to to swing freely through its arc of operation
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The maximum gap under the gate shall not to exceed 100 mm at any point when in a closed position
2.5.3 Self Closing device & 2.5.4 Latching Device
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All gates are self closing & self latching from any position, such that they prevent from being re-opened without being manually released, and cannot be locked while in the open position
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The latching device shall not be able to be inadvertently adjusted during operation
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The latching device shall not be able to be adjusted without the use of tools
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When in the closed position, can the latching mechanism cannot be released by the insertion of any implement between the 10 mm gap shown in Figure 2.7(a) particularly from below the mechanism?
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Functional test 1 - resting on the latch
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Functional test 2 - halfway open
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Functional test 3 - completely open
2.5.4.2 Location of Latching Device & 2.5.4.3 Shielding of Latching Device
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Select where the latching device is located
- Outside the barrier
- Inside the barrier (over or through the gate)
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The latch release is a minimum of 1500 mm from FGL and a minimum of 1400 mm from the highest lower horizontal member
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To release the latch, it is necessary to reach over the fencing at a height of 1200mm above FGL or not less than 1100 mm above the highest lower horizontal member, and the latch is placed at least 150mm below the top of the gate/fence, or 150mm away from a provided hand hole
2.5.4.3 Shielding of Latching Device
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The latching device is shielded so that no opening of greater than 10mm occurs within 450mm of the latching device, below the top of the fence/gate
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Where there is a handhole, the bottom is at a minimum of 1200 mm from FGL or 1100 mm from the highest lower horizontal member
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Shielding shall extend to a horizontal line through the top of the hand hole
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The shield shall be free of sharp edges, and the adjacent parts of the shield on the gate and the fence shall be rounded or chamfered to prevent hazards when the gate opens and closes
Gate 2
2.5.1 Direction of opening
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Is the gate hung so it only swings away from the pool area?
2.5.2 Operation of gate
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The gate shall have sufficient clearance to to swing freely through its arc of operation
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The maximum gap under the gate shall not to exceed 100 mm at any point when in a closed position
2.5.3 Self Closing device & 2.5.4 Latching Device
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All gates are self closing & self latching from any position, such that they prevent from being re-opened without being manually released, and cannot be locked while in the open position
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The latching device shall not be able to be inadvertently adjusted during operation
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The latching device shall not be able to be adjusted without the use of tools
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When in the closed position, can the latching mechanism cannot be released by the insertion of any implement between the 10 mm gap shown in Figure 2.7(a) particularly from below the mechanism?
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Functional test 1 - resting on the latch
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Functional test 2 - halfway open
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Functional test 3 - completely open
2.5.4.2 Location of Latching Device & 2.5.4.3 Shielding of Latching Device
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Select where the latching device is located
- Outside the barrier
- Inside the barrier (over or through the gate)
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The latch release is a minimum of 1500 mm from FGL and a minimum of 1400 mm from the highest lower horizontal member
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To release the latch, it is necessary to reach over the fencing at a height of 1200mm above FGL or not less than 1100 mm above the highest lower horizontal member, and the latch is placed at least 150mm below the top of the gate/fence, or 150mm away from a provided hand hole
2.5.4.3 Shielding of Latching Device
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The latching device is shielded so that no opening of greater than 10mm occurs within 450mm of the latching device, below the top of the fence/gate
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Where there is a handhole, the bottom is at a minimum of 1200 mm from FGL or 1100 mm from the highest lower horizontal member
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Shielding shall extend to a horizontal line through the top of the hand hole
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The shield shall be free of sharp edges, and the adjacent parts of the shield on the gate and the fence shall be rounded or chamfered to prevent hazards when the gate opens and closes
Gate 3
2.5.1 Direction of opening
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Is the gate hung so it only swings away from the pool area?
2.5.2 Operation of gate
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The gate shall have sufficient clearance to to swing freely through its arc of operation
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The maximum gap under the gate shall not to exceed 100 mm at any point when in a closed position
2.5.3 Self Closing device & 2.5.4 Latching Device
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All gates are self closing & self latching from any position, such that they prevent from being re-opened without being manually released, and cannot be locked while in the open position
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The latching device shall not be able to be inadvertently adjusted during operation
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The latching device shall not be able to be adjusted without the use of tools
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When in the closed position, can the latching mechanism cannot be released by the insertion of any implement between the 10 mm gap shown in Figure 2.7(a) particularly from below the mechanism?
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Functional test 1 - resting on the latch
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Functional test 2 - halfway open
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Functional test 3 - completely open
2.5.4.2 Location of Latching Device & 2.5.4.3 Shielding of Latching Device
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Select where the latching device is located
- Outside the barrier
- Inside the barrier (over or through the gate)
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The latch release is a minimum of 1500 mm from FGL and a minimum of 1400 mm from the highest lower horizontal member
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To release the latch, it is necessary to reach over the fencing at a height of 1200mm above FGL or not less than 1100 mm above the highest lower horizontal member, and the latch is placed at least 150mm below the top of the gate/fence, or 150mm away from a provided hand hole
2.5.4.3 Shielding of Latching Device
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The latching device is shielded so that no opening of greater than 10mm occurs within 450mm of the latching device, below the top of the fence/gate
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Where there is a handhole, the bottom is at a minimum of 1200 mm from FGL or 1100 mm from the highest lower horizontal member
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Shielding shall extend to a horizontal line through the top of the hand hole
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The shield shall be free of sharp edges, and the adjacent parts of the shield on the gate and the fence shall be rounded or chamfered to prevent hazards when the gate opens and closes
Gate 4
2.5.1 Direction of opening
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Is the gate hung so it only swings away from the pool area?
2.5.2 Operation of gate
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The gate shall have sufficient clearance to to swing freely through its arc of operation
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The maximum gap under the gate shall not to exceed 100 mm at any point when in a closed position
2.5.3 Self Closing device & 2.5.4 Latching Device
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All gates are self closing & self latching from any position, such that they prevent from being re-opened without being manually released, and cannot be locked while in the open position
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The latching device shall not be able to be inadvertently adjusted during operation
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The latching device shall not be able to be adjusted without the use of tools
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When in the closed position, can the latching mechanism cannot be released by the insertion of any implement between the 10 mm gap shown in Figure 2.7(a) particularly from below the mechanism?
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Functional test 1 - resting on the latch
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Functional test 2 - halfway open
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Functional test 3 - completely open
2.5.4.2 Location of Latching Device & 2.5.4.3 Shielding of Latching Device
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Select where the latching device is located
- Outside the barrier
- Inside the barrier (over or through the gate)
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The latch release is a minimum of 1500 mm from FGL and a minimum of 1400 mm from the highest lower horizontal member
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To release the latch, it is necessary to reach over the fencing at a height of 1200mm above FGL or not less than 1100 mm above the highest lower horizontal member, and the latch is placed at least 150mm below the top of the gate/fence, or 150mm away from a provided hand hole
2.5.4.3 Shielding of Latching Device
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The latching device is shielded so that no opening of greater than 10mm occurs within 450mm of the latching device, below the top of the fence/gate
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Where there is a handhole, the bottom is at a minimum of 1200 mm from FGL or 1100 mm from the highest lower horizontal member
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Shielding shall extend to a horizontal line through the top of the hand hole
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The shield shall be free of sharp edges, and the adjacent parts of the shield on the gate and the fence shall be rounded or chamfered to prevent hazards when the gate opens and closes
Other items affecting barrier
2.6.1 Retaining wall above the pool level
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Is there a retaining wall above the pool level?
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Retaining walls shall not slope towards the pool by more than 15 degrees to the vertical (Fig 2.7a)
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The retaining wall or other such barrier has an effective height of not less than 1800 mm including non-climbable zones
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According to the BCA 3.9.2 A balustrade is required to any area where the potential to fall from the above mentioned area is 1000mm or greater to the surface below.
2.6.2 Retaining wall below the pool level
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Is there a retaining wall below the pool
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The retaining wall shall be no less than 1200mm, with projections & indentations complying with Clause 2.3.3
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The retaining wall shall be no less than 1800mm including NCZ
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Where a fence intersects a retaining wall, the fence will extend to the outer edge of the retaining wall and either overhang the retaining wall by 900 mm or return 900 mm along the retaining wall in either direction (Fig 2.7c)
2.6.3 Permanent bodies of water
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Permanent bodies of water such as canals, lakes, rivers with a depth of not less than 300 mm at the edge of pool area comply as effective barriers for a pool/spa.
2.7 Child-resistant openable portion of window
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Is there a window in the pool or spa area?
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Is the sill of the lowest opening panel of a window (outside) to the pool area greater than 1800mm? (fig 2.8 - h1)
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Is the sill of the lowest opening panel of a window to the floor (inside) greater than 900mm? (fig 2.8 - h2)
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The openable portion of the window shall be totally covered by bars of mesh, or fixed so that they can be opened no more than 100mm. Both require these to be fixed, and only removable with the use of tools.
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Window sill to floor level is greater than 1200mm
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The openable portion of the window shall be totally covered by bars of mesh, or fixed so that they can be opened no more than 100mm. Both require these to be fixed, and only removable with the use of tools.
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The window shall be fitted with a securely fixed flyscreen, that is only removable with the use of tools
2.8 Child-resistant door set
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Are there doors that form part of the pool or spa barrier?
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All doors are fitted with a self-latching & a self closing device that prevents the door from being reopened without manual release
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Functional test 1 - resting on latch
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Functional test 2 - half way open
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Functional test 3 - fully open
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the release for the latch on the internal (dwelling) side of the door is a minimum of 1500 mm high
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There shall be no footholds wider than 10 mm on the door or its frame in the area from the release for the latching device down to 100 mm above the floor
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All horizontal members, vertical members, perforated materials or mesh, and finish shall comply with this standard for gates
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The door set shall comply with the performance requirements for a gate for strength and rigidity of openings and strength of gate (see Clauses 3.1 to 3.3).
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Door-sets are free of pet doors or other openings greater than 100mm.
2.9 Balcony
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Does a balcony project into the pool area at a height of less than 1800mm from the finished ground level of the pool area, or breach the NCZ 900mm above the pool fence?
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Balconies shall include a balustrade that complies with the requirements of a barrier in this standard
2.10 Above ground pools
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Is the pool an above ground pool or a negative edge (infinity) pool?
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Are the walls of the above-ground pools at a minimum of 1200mm and do they comply with Clauses 2.3.1 general heights & NCZ, 2.3.3 surface projections/indentations, 2.3.4 and 2.3.5 horizontal members?
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Is there a barrier placed around the ladder or the access point to an above ground pool?
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Are ladders and filters located away from the non-climbable zone so as to not comprise the barrier?
Other issues
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Are there any other issues with the pool or spa barrier ?
Outcome of Inspection
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According to Australian Standard 1926-2007 (Safety Barriers for Swimming Pools) I conclude that this Pool/Spa Barrier is
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Is the barrier capable of being made compliant to the applicable standard within 60 days
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ATLAS Inspections is guided by the Building Regulations 2018 Part 9A Division 6, and must submit a Certificate of pool and spa barrier non-compliance (form 24) to your local council under Regulation 147ZF. Form 24 brings with it an automatic fee of up to $397.54, payable to your Local Council, and further penalty of $1,849.20 if directions by council are not adhered to. The municipal building surveyor (Local Council) will direct you on how you are to proceed.
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Does the non-compliance of the barrier pose an immediate danger to life or safety?
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ATLAS Inspections is guided by the Building Regulations 2018 Part 9A Division 6, and must submit a Certificate of pool and spa barrier non-compliance (form 24) to your local council under Regulation 147ZF. Form 24 brings with it an automatic fee of up to $397.54, payable to your Local Council, and further penalty of $1,849.20 if directions by council are not adhered to. The municipal building surveyor (Local Council) will direct you on how you are to proceed.
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Is any door or gate unable to be completely closed?
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ATLAS Inspections is guided by the Building Regulations 2018 Part 9A Division 6, and must submit a Certificate of pool and spa barrier non-compliance (form 24) to your local council under Regulation 147ZF. Form 24 brings with it an automatic fee of up to $397.54, payable to your Local Council, and further penalty of $1,849.20 if directions by council are not adhered to. The municipal building surveyor (Local Council) will direct you on how you are to proceed.
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Does any part of the barrier measure less than 1m?
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ATLAS Inspections is guided by the Building Regulations 2018 Part 9A Division 6, and must submit a Certificate of pool and spa barrier non-compliance (form 24) to your local council under Regulation 147ZF. Form 24 brings with it an automatic fee of up to $397.54, payable to your Local Council, and further penalty of $1,849.20 if directions by council are not adhered to. The municipal building surveyor (Local Council) will direct you on how you are to proceed.
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According to Building Regulations 2018 Part 9A Reg 147ZG (c) the Non-Compliant items listed above must be brought into line with the applicable standard within 60 days of receiving this notice, and the barrier must be Re-Inspected by ATLAS Inspections Pty Ltd by:
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If your pool barrier cannot be brought into line with the applicable standard within 60 days of recieving this report, a Certificate of pool and spa barrier non-compliance (form 24) will be submitted to the Local Council, with an automatic fee of up to $397.54, payable to your Local Council, and further penalty of $1,849.20 if directions by council are not adhered to.
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Upon full payment being recieved by ATLAS Inspections, we will issue you with a Certificate of Compliance (Form 23) to be forwarded to your local council.
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Under regulation 147R (3) of the Building Regulations 2018, you are required to have your Pool or Spa barrier re-inspected within 4 years of this inspection. Congratulations, we will contact you again 3 months prior to your next inspection deadline which is on:
