Rules and Regulations to Follow While Getting Frameless Pool Fencing Installation Done

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Rules and Regulations to Follow While Getting Frameless Pool Fencing Installation Done

The decision to get a swimming pool constructed on the property is followed by another one, i.e. getting the swimming pool fencing installation done. Irrespective of whether you get semi-frameless or frameless pool fencing Sydney, it is essential to follow the laws and comply with pool fencing regulations.

DO ALL SWIMMING POOLS REQUIRE FENCES?

• Pool safety regulations clearly state that any swimming pool that is more profound than 30cm will require pool fencing.

• If it is used for swimming, wading and bathing, in that case, it should be enclosed using any kind of safety barrier like frameless glass pool fencing.

• This fencing should be at least 1.2 metres in height.

• In other words, all conventional swimming pools, spas and inflatable pools will require swimming pool fencing.

• For people living in Sydney, it is essential to get a swimming pool installed to AUSTRALIAN STANDARDS AS 1926-2012.

WHAT ARE THE POOL FENCING REQUIREMENTS?

• The height of the pool fence should be at least 1.2 m

• Parallel bars should have a gap of 90 cm to safeguard children from climbing the fence.

• This space between the bars should not exceed 10 cm.

• The fencing should always be in good working condition and well-maintained.

• The area around the pool fencing should not have things like ladders, chairs, barbecues, trees, etc.

• Warning signs regarding the presence of deep water should be installed.

• The CPR sign should also be there that is easily visible from a distance of 3 metres.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POOL GATE

• The pool gate should have an auto-closing feature as well as a self-latching feature.

• The entrance should always swing outwards.

• It should be far from the pool.

• There should be no malfunctioning springs and hinges.

• This should be lubricated regularly to avoid jamming and rescue faults.

• The gate should not be propped open.

CONTACT US ASSURED GLASS FENCING https://www.assuredglassfencing.com/ Address: Unit 18/25/31 Airds Rd. Minto NSW 2566, Australia Phone No.: 0412 414 845 E-mail: assuredglass@bigpond.com

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