Pool Safety & Compliance
Pool Safety in the ACT Isn’t Optional — It’s Law
In the ACT, swimming pool and spa safety is regulated under strict legislation. That’s because most drowning incidents involving young children happen in residential settings — and in almost every case, the barrier was faulty, non-compliant, or left open.
Pool Barrier Certification exists to reduce those risks and make compliance easier for ACT homeowners, landlords, and real estate professionals.
What the Data Tells Us
67% of child drowning deaths occur in private backyard pools.
Most involved gates that didn’t self-latch, climbable objects, or missing CPR signage
In the ACT, multiple incidents in the last 5 years have involved expired certificates or pools with no inspection history
ACT Regulations:
What You Need to Know
As of May 2024, new ACT safety regulations are in force. These laws apply to all residential pools and spas — including:
Existing pools on private homes
Rental properties
Townhouses and strata
New builds and recent renovations
If you’re selling, leasing, building, or maintaining a pool — you are legally responsible for ensuring your barrier is safe and certified.
Key Dates & Information
Disclosure Requirements:
From 1 May 2024, homeowners must inform prospective tenants and purchasers about the compliance status of their pool or spa.
Compliance Certificates: Required for the sale or lease of properties with regulated swimming pools from 1 May 2028.
Safety Standards:
Compliance with the Building Code of Australia and relevant Australian Standards (AS 1926.1 and AS 1926.2) as applicable at the time of pool construction or alteration.
That’s where we come in…
We offer a complete A-Z service enabling you to easily and efficiently get your pool certified in line with ACT law. Our services include:
