Pool & Spa Safety

1. Overview

If you own a pool or rent a property with a pool or spa, you have obligations and responsibilities under NSW law.

Before booking an inspection, the pool or spa must be registered on the NSW Swimming Pool Register. 

Register your pool online

Compliance Certificates

Any property with a spa or pool that is sold or leased in NSW must also have a current Compliance Certificate. Compliance Certificates are valid for a three-year period.

Compliance inspections can be undertaken by Council or private certifiers that are approved by the Building Professionals Board.

How to book an inspection online

  1. Make sure your pool is registered on the NSW Swimming Pool Register.  
  2. Open our eServices portal and login to the eProperty Login Page, or Register (please note this may take up to 1-2 business days).
  3. Now that you are logged in go to Submit an Application.
  4. Scroll down to Pool Compliance and click on the link.
  5. Now you can fill out the form.
  6. Once you have filled out the form click submit and follow the steps to pay the $150 fee.
  7. You will receive a response from our Pool Compliance officer within 5 business days to book a time for your pool inspection.

Request a Council compliance certificate inspection

Your Responsibilities

Under the Swimming Pools Act 1992 the owner of a swimming pool has the responsibility to ensure that the pool is at all times surrounded by a compliant child-resistant pool safety barrier. We conduct safety inspections on all domestic pools to ensure fencing is provided around pools in accordance with state legislation.

Conduct a regular safety check:

  • Are there adequate pool safety barriers in place separating the pool from the residence, adjoining properties and the neighbourhood?
  • Are these barriers compliant with current legislation?
  • Are pool safety barriers well maintained and operating? Check gates are self-closing and self-latching.
  • Are children supervised at all times when using the swimming pool?
  • Are pool gates kept closed at all times?
  • Are articles, objects and structures at least 900mm clear of the pool fence at all times? This includes BBQs, chairs and pot plants.

To ensure your pool is compliant see the relevant regulations and standards:

Copies of all of these documents can be found at our Customer Service counters.

2. Water Safety and Resuscitation

Additional information can be obtained from our Environmental Health team on: 1300 735 025

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