Pool Safety Victoria is a trusted and experienced building inspector specialising in swimming pool safety in Nunawading, Victoria. With over 50 years of experience in pool and spa safety, construction, and compliance, they have a comprehensive understanding of the new Victorian legislation on Certificate of Barrier Compliance. Their goal is to ensure that all swimming pools and spas in the area meet the necessary safety standards to prevent drowning incidents.
One of the main services offered by Pool Safety Victoria is assisting pool owners with obtaining a Pool Safety Fence Permit or a Spa Safety Fence Permit. They understand the importance of having a compliant safety barrier around private pools and spas to prevent accidents. Since 2000, there have been 27 drowning incidents in Victoria, with at least 20 cases where the safety barrier was found to be non-compliant by the coroner. Pool Safety Victoria aims to prevent such tragedies by helping pool owners obtain the necessary permits for their safety barriers.
Pool owners can register their pool with council through Pool Safety Victoria, which is the first step in ensuring pool compliance. This should have been done before November 1st, 2020, but if not, Pool Safety Victoria can assist in the process. They offer a first inspection visit to assess the current barriers' compliance with the applicable barrier standard. If rectification works are needed, pool owners can book a subsequent inspection to ensure that the barriers meet the required standards.
Upon successful compliance, they will receive a Certificate of Compliance, providing them with a pool compliance certificate.
For pool owners whose pools or spas were originally installed without the relevant building/planning permits, Pool Safety Victoria can help them obtain a building permit if required by the council. They aim to make the process safe, compliant, cost-effective, and timely for their clients.
It is crucial for pool and spa owners to understand the importance of complying with safety standards. In Victoria, more than 80 percent of pool and spa barriers do not meet these standards. Non-registration of pools or spas by 1st November 2020 can result in fines of up to $1,652. 20, and fines of over $65,000 have been issued for non-compliant pool fences.
Additionally, drowning incidents are a significant concern, with nearly 10,000 incidents in the last 10 years, 2850 of which were fatal. Over 300 of those deaths were children under 10.
Pool Safety Victoria is proud to be a member of various associations and holds accreditations that showcase their expertise and commitment to providing quality services. They work closely with councils and relevant industry bodies across Victoria to ensure the highest level of safety and compliance for swimming pools and spas.
Pool owners can easily contact Pool Safety Victoria at 03 9894 0917 to register their pool or spa, book a pool fence inspection, obtain a Certificate of Compliance, or arrange a building permit for their pool compliance certificate. By choosing Pool Safety Victoria, pool owners can rest assured that they are receiving the right advice and guidance from qualified and trusted inspectors.