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Everything you need to know about Pool Compliance Certificates and Inspections
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Our friendly Pool Safety Inspectors are onsite up to 30-minutes, checking your barriers comply with the standards.
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Get your certificate the same day. If you're non-compliant, a report with pics and video guides you over the line.
NSW Pool Certificate of Compliance and Certificate of Non-Compliance
Just as your car needs a safety certificate to sell and drive safely, your swimming pool and spa needs a Certificate of Compliance to comply with the pool safety standards and government regulations — as well as keep our little kiddies safe.
If a council or certified swimming pool inspector inspects a pool or spa that does not meet the pool safety requirements, a Certificate of Non-Compliance is issued. This certificate is valid for 12 months, allowing any necessary rectification works to be completed. Essentially, it’s a formal document showing council you’re working on your compliance.
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Keeping the Australian East Coast safe
Servicing NSW Northern Rivers
Pool Safety Solutions is your number one resource for Pool Inspections in the NSW Northern Rivers region.
Known for its sublime beaches, rivers and natural wonders, the North Coast of New South Wales covers 20,732.6 km2 from Tweed Heads to Murwillumbah, Lismore, Ballina, Byron Bay and beyond. The PoolSS team takes care of pool safety inspections for NSW Northern Rivers pool owners and property managers.
As Northern River locals, we know the NSW Northern Rivers property market intimately, we know the terrain – and we know where to test our surfing chops on the best beaches outside of the D’bah.
Our pool inspectors complete onsite pool fence inspections while guiding you through council directions and all the red tape of Ballina Shire Council, Byron Shire Council, Clarence Valley Council, Lismore City Council, Richmond Valley Council and Tweed Shire Council
Pool Safety Solutions service the following suburbs and areas in the NSW Northern Rivers:
Alstonville, Ballina, Bangalow, Bogangar, Brunswick Heads, Byron Bay, Casino, Drake, Evans Head, Grafton, Kingscliff, Kyogle, Lennox Head, Lismore, Mullumbimby, Murwillumbah, Nimbin, Ocean Shores, Pottsville, Tweed Heads, Yamba – and beyond.
Servicing Newcastle
Pool Safety Solutions is your number one resource for Pool Inspections in Newcastle
As the second biggest city in New South Wales, the City of Newcastle Council area have a lot of pools to cover. From Newcastle Beach to Mayfield, Wallsend to Cardiff, Lambton to Whitebridge and beyond, the PoolSS team takes care of pool safety inspections for Newcastle property owners and managers.
As locals and proud Newcastle Knights supporters, we know the Newcastle property market, we know the terrain — and we know where to find the best fish and chips in Nobbys Beach.
Our pool inspectors complete onsite pool fence inspections while guiding you through council directions and all the red tape of City of Newcastle: Council and New South Wales State Government.
Pool Safety Solutions service the following suburbs and areas
Adamstown, Bar Beach, Broadmeadow, Cooks Hill, Hamilton, Islington, Jesmond, Kooragang, Lambton, Maryland, Mayfield, Minmi, Newcastle, Sandgate, Tarro, The Hill, The Junction, Wallsend, Waratah, Wickham – and beyond.
Servicing NSW Central Coast
Pool Safety Solutions is your number one resource for Pool Inspections in the NSW Central Coast region.
As the third biggest area in New South Wales, the Central Coast Council area have a lot of pools to cover. From Avoca Beach to Gosford, Woy Woy to Berkeley Vale, Tuggerah and beyond, the PoolSS team takes care of pool safety inspections for NSW Central Coast Council property owners and managers.
As locals and proud Central Coast Hearts supporters, we know the NSW Central Coast property market, we know the terrain — and we know where to find the best independent bookshop in Umina.
Our pool inspectors complete onsite pool fence inspections while guiding you through council directions and all the red tape of Central Coast Council and New South Wales State Government.
Pool Safety Solutions service the following suburbs and areas:
Avoca Beach, Bar Point, Bateau Bay, Berkeley Vale, Box Head, Budgewoi, Buff Point, Chittaway Point, Davistown, Empire Bay, Erina, Ettalong Beach, Forresters Beach, Gosford, Holgate, Killarney Vale, Killcare, Kincumber, Long Jetty, MacMasters Beach, Mooney Mooney, North Avoca, Ourimbah, Rocky Point, Saratoga, Shelly Beach, Terrigal, The Entrance, Toukley, Tuggerah, Tumbi Umbi, Umina, Woy Woy, Wyoming, Wyong – and beyond.
Servicing Sydney
Pool Safety Solutions is your number one resource for Pool Inspections in Greater Sydney.
As the capital of New South Wales and largest city in Australia, Greater Sydney covers 12,368.2sq km and is made up of 35 local councils with more than 1.2 million backyard pools. That’s a lot of pools to cover. From Palm Beach to Cronulla, Penrith to North Bondi, Rouse Hill to North Sydney and beyond, the PoolSS team takes care of pool safety inspections for Sydney pool owners and property managers.
As Sydney locals, we know the Greater Sydney property market intimately, we know the terrain – and we know where to find the best mocktails in Bondi.
As Sydney locals, we know the Greater Sydney property market intimately, we know the terrain — and we know where to find the best mocktails in Bondi. PoolSS are dedicated to saving you time, money — and peace of mind. But most importantly, we’ll take care of your pool safety.
Our pool inspectors complete onsite pool fence inspections while guiding you through council directions and all the red tape of City of Sydney Council and New South Wales State Government.
Pool Safety Solutions service the following councils in the Greater Sydney region:
Bayside Council, Blacktown Council, Burwood Council, Camden Council, Campbelltown Council, Canada Bay Council, Canterbury – Bankstown Council, Cumberland Council, Fairfield Council, Hornsby Council, Hunters Hill Council, Inner West Council, Ku-ring-gai Council Lane Cove Council, Liverpool Council, Mosman Council, North Sydney Council, Northern Beaches Council, Parramatta Council, Penrith Council, Randwick City Council, City of Ryde, Strathfield Council, Sutherland Council, City of Sydney, Waverley Council, Willoughby Council, Wollondilly Council, Woollahra Council – and beyond.
Servicing Wollongong
Pool Safety Solutions is your number one resource for Pool Inspections in Wollongong.
As the third largest city in New South Wales, The Gong covers 714 sq km of coastal New South Wales. From Thirroul to Shellharbour, Albion Park to Fairy Meadow and beyond, the PoolSS team takes care of pool safety inspections for Wollongong pool owners and property managers.
As proud Gong locals, we know the Wollongong property market, we know the terrain — and we know where to find the best live gigs and craft beer bars in Keira Street.
Our pool inspectors complete onsite pool fence inspections while guiding you through council directions and all the red tape of Wollongong City Council and New South Wales State Government.
Pool Safety Solutions service the following suburbs and areas:
Austinmer, Balgownie, Berkeley, Bulli, Coniston, Cordeaux, Corrimal, Dapto, Figtree, Helensburgh, Horsley, Kembla, Koonawarra, Mangerton, Mount Kembla, Mount Ousley, Mount Pleasant, Port Kembla, Russell Vale, Scarborough, Thirroul, Towradgi, Wollongong, Wombarra, Woonona – and beyond.
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What our customers have to say
Jenny McKinley
Jenny McKinley"A thorough step by step process was undertaken to determine and identify hazards associated with spa safety and regulation requirements necessary for validation of standards and procedures. A professional service and customer satisfaction. I would recommend this service in the industry."
Phillip Wright
Phillip WrightWe have used Phil on multiple occasions: quick, reasonably priced and very easy to deal with. Highly recommend.”
Julian McEvoy
Julian McEvoy“Pool Safety Solutions were great to deal with. They took the time to explain all the areas that needed fixing which was greatly appreciated, and made the whole process a lot easier to accept.”
Crispin Gardner
Crispin GardnerPhil was very professional and very helpful in getting our pool compliant in readiness for our upcoming sale. Thank you.
NSW Checklists
How to NSW Checklist
1. Find what year/s your pool or barriers were built or installed*
2. Ignore The Government Checklist
3. Complete the PoolSS DIY Inspection Checklist
*Don't know or don't have proof of date when your pool was installed or barrier was built? Easy. Assess your pool on the current 2012 standard. Any recent upgrades or significant repairs or alterations completed on barriers means your pool will be assessed on the current 2012 standard.
The official NSW Government pool inspection self-assessment checklists
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NSW FAQs
I thought only council could do pool inspections and issue pool safety certificates?
Nope!
Private Certified Pool Safety Inspectors can do pool, spa and barrier inspections and issue pool safety certificates too. Even if you are directed by the Local Authority - aka Council - to get a Pool Certificate of Compliance, private certifiers - like us here at Pool Safety Solutions - can still help you.
What is the difference between council and private Certified Pool Safety Inspectors?
NSW Councils and Certified Pool Safety Inspectors are bound by Fair Trading NSW Government to lodge the inspection and details through the NSW Swimming Pool Register. Council and certified inspectors essentially offer the same service, but at different levels:
| Council | Certified Pool Safety Inspectors |
| is cheaper, but takes longer | may charge more, but as a private business, are driven to provide excellent service and a more efficient outcome (or they won't be in business for very long) |
| is under no obligation to provide any service, help you or relieve any stress or intimidation you may feel | are obligated to help you with excellent service, direction and advice where referrals, reviews and testimonials are bloodlines to small business success |
| wade through the bureaucracy on your behalf for the most efficient and cost effective outcome | |
| assists you with all aspects of your inspection and takes care of all the details for you | |
| is not necessarily easy to contact or will contact you at their leisure and not at your convenience | are only a phone call, email or message away for your questions |
| can supply handwritten reports with little detail | use the top-of-the-line digital systems for a detailed report including photos and videos with descriptions and explanations on rectifications |
| is in the role of finding problems and can not offer help you understand the law, as that is not part of their role | driven to arm you with information and details to help you undertand compliance |
| is renown for being booked 3 - 6 weeks in advance | offer Same Day Certificates and can reach you within the week - or sooner |
| is notorious for finding problems outside of the pool and spa areas and barriers | specialist focus on Pool Safety only |
| is wandering into unchartered waters by interpreting the laws through "Best Practice" | have a thorough interpretation and explanation of state government pool safety following approved Training Courses taking a certifier through their paces in NSW rules, regulations, acts and standards |
| offer all the expertise and abilities to translate these often confusing intricate details into everyday speak to the customer | |
| is council, and council means red tape | are not council |
What's this 6-Week thing with council?
Under Section 22E of the Swimming Pool Act, if your pool, spa or barriers are not compliant, council must be notified 6 weeks after the first inspection.
Does this mean I need to stress?
No need for stress at all. Your certificate of non-compliance is valid for 12 months. Council simply want to be reassured the risk of your non-compliant pool, spa and barriers are being managed, and who is managing the risk of your non-compliant pool, spa and barriers through the sale of the property - be it the seller or purchaser.
Why do we have to let council know?
Under Section 22E of the Swimming Pool Act, it’s the law. Council wants to be reassured the property isn’t being left non-compliant and posing a risk to public safety.
Can we keep it a secret? Do you really have to tell them?
Yes. It's the law.
What happens if I receive a letter from council?
If you receive a direction in the mail from Council, Council notes you can use any inspector or certifier - not just council. Here's what you can do:
- Contact your local Pool Safety Inspector to book in an inspection within the next 48 business hours – or even a same day inspection if you’re lucky.
- Read through the NSW Compliance Checklist to prepare for any potential areas of non-compliance. Or make it easy for yourself with our DIY Pool Safety Evaluation: the Ultimate PoolSS Safety Checklist.
TIPS: Look out for gates that are not self-closing, trees and vegetation in climbable zones, fences not the correct height, gaps in between and under fences and lack of CPR signs.
The Pool Safety Solutions Free Online Resource has handy reading material for
• NCZ Non-Climbable Zone
• Ultimate Guide To NSW Pool Fences & Barriers
• Pool Gate Latch Safety, and
• CPR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Signage - Pool Inspection takes place
- Inspection results are lodged through the NSW Pool Register, taking care of all the council details for you
- Providing everything is compliant, certificate is issued – perhaps even on the same-day if you’re lucky
- If you are not compliant, your Pool Safety Inspector emails you a detailed report including photos with descriptions and explanations on rectifications.
Can we still continue to use a pool inspector if we receive a letter from council?
Absolutely.
If you receive a direction in the mail from Council, Council notes you can use any certified inspector.
What happens if council contacts me?
If you are still working on rectifications, you can respond to council informing them rectification works are underway but taking a little longer than expected. Then once completed, your private Certified Pool Inspector will return to issue a certificate of compliance.
If my pool, spa and barriers are not compliant, how long do I have until council contacts me?
Your certificate of non-compliance is valid for 12 months from your first inspection date.
Under Section 22E of the Swimming Pool Act, if your pool, spa or barriers are not compliant, council must be notified 6 weeks after the first inspection. The reason for this is council simply want to be reassured the risk of your non-compliant pool, spa and barriers are being managed, and who is managing the risk of your non-compliant pool, spa and barriers.
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