Swimming Pool and Barrier Inspections

As from 29 April 2016 all properties in NSW with a swimming pool or spa pool cannot be sold or leased unless they comply with the NEW legislation now in place.

A Pre-Purchase swimming pool & barrier inspection report will assist you in determining as to whether the property you intent buying complies with the current regulations.

This inspection report will be within the requirements of AS4349.0-2007 and AS1926.1-2012 regulations.


Pre-Purchase Building Inspection reports will not include an assessment or inspection of the Swimming Pool barrier fencing to identify any major defects and safety hazards.

This is a major item which can have areas of concern as well as non compliant items that could cost a family member their life.

The purpose of the inspection is to provide advice to the potential homeowner in relation to the intended swimming pool barrier fencing at the time and date of this inspection. The advice is limited to the reporting of the condition of the Swimming Pool fencing in accord with the above regulations.

However subject to safe and reasonable access the inspector will normally report on the condition of the swimming pool, its barrier fencing, its filter system, surface drainage, paved and garden areas.

“Inadequate pool fencing remains a major contributing factor in the rate of drowning among children under 5 years of age.

Key pool safety requirements in NSW are outlined in the NSW Department of Fair Trading Web Site. The Office of Local Government is responsible for administering these laws. To make sure you meet your full legal responsibilities, please contact your local council for more detailed information.

Please be aware that the pool fencing laws relate to NSW only – there are different laws in other Australian states and territories”.

Note:- This inspection shall comprise of a visual assessment only for the swimming pool barriers.

If you’re keen to move ahead or have any questions at all, give us a call or contact us via email today.