Pool Safety Inspection & Certificate
Get your pool barrier compliant and certified — fast, with clear guidance if anything needs fixing.
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A pool safety inspection checks your pool or spa barrier against Queensland's current pool safety standard, with a pool safety certificate (Form 23) issued once compliance is confirmed. In Queensland, certificates are required under the QBCC-administered pool safety scheme when selling or leasing a property with a pool, and the rules around barriers are strict and detailed.
Pool fencing regulations exist because drowning is a leading cause of death for young children, and the compliance details matter: barrier heights, gap sizes, gate latches, climbable objects and CPR signage all have precise requirements. Barriers that look fine frequently fail on specifics the owner never knew existed.
We inspect pools and spas across Brisbane, Logan, Ipswich, the Gold Coast and Moreton Bay — for sellers and landlords who need a certificate, and for owners who simply want certainty that their family and visitors are protected. If the barrier does not comply, you receive a clear list of exactly what to fix before re-inspection.
What's included
- Barrier height and ground clearance measured at all points around the pool
- Gaps in and under fencing checked against the maximum allowable dimensions
- Gates tested for self-closing and self-latching operation from any position
- Latch height and shielding verified against the standard
- Non-climbable zones assessed, including trees, pot plants, furniture and ledges near the barrier
- Fence strength, condition and fixing points examined
- Windows and doors opening into the pool area checked where they form part of the barrier
- Compliant CPR signage confirmed as displayed and legible
- A pool safety certificate (Form 23) issued on compliance
- A written list of specific rectifications if the barrier does not yet comply
Ready to book? This inspection starts from $260.00.
Book this inspectionWhy it matters
Certificate when compliant
Pass the inspection and your Form 23 pool safety certificate is issued, satisfying Queensland's requirements for sale or lease.
Know exactly what to fix
If the barrier fails, you get a precise, itemised rectification list — no guesswork, no repeated failed attempts.
Protects children's lives
A compliant barrier is proven protection for young children — the real purpose behind every measurement we take.
Fast, local service
Prompt bookings across Brisbane, Logan, Ipswich, the Gold Coast and Moreton Bay keep your sale or new tenancy on schedule.
Areas we inspect
- Brisbane
- Logan
- Gold Coast
- Ipswich
- Moreton Bay
Report turnaround
Compliant barriers receive their Form 23 certificate promptly after inspection; rectification lists are issued the same day.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pool safety inspection cost?
The inspection and certificate service starts from $260. If your barrier needs rectification and a follow-up visit, we explain any re-inspection arrangements up front, so there are no surprises.
When do I legally need a pool safety certificate?
Under Queensland's pool safety laws, administered through the QBCC, a certificate is generally required when you sell or lease a property with a pool or spa. Requirements differ between shared and non-shared pools, so if you are unsure whether your situation needs a current certificate, call us and we will clarify before you book.
What are the most common reasons pools fail?
Gates that no longer self-close or self-latch, climbable objects within the non-climbable zone (pot plants, furniture, tree branches), excessive gaps under fencing, and missing or non-compliant CPR signage. Most failures are inexpensive to fix — the difficulty is knowing about them, which is exactly what the inspection solves.
How quickly is the certificate issued?
If your barrier complies, the Form 23 certificate is issued promptly following the inspection, consistent with our same-day reporting approach. If rectifications are needed, you receive the itemised list straight away so the fixes — and your certificate — are not delayed.
Can you check the pool during a pre-purchase inspection?
Yes — buyers of properties with pools often bundle a pool barrier assessment with their pre-purchase building and pest inspection. Knowing before settlement whether the barrier complies tells you whether certificate costs and rectification works are about to become yours.
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