Pool Gate Safety Checklist My gate is self-closing and self-latching, including a child safety lock My gate opens outwards, away from the pool zone My gate shuts securely from any open angle or force My latch release knob is at least 1500mm above ground level My latch release knob is at least 1400mm above the lower foot hold My latch cannot be key locked in the “open” position My latch cannot be disengaged using implements or shaking My self-closing hinges are rust-free and bind-free My self-closing hinges are tension-adjustable, and operating correctly My pool zone is free from objects or structures that can be climbed on My pool fence and gate are at least 1200mm high My pool fence’s picket/post gap is less than 100mm My regulation CPR sign is attached in my pool area, visible from 3m My gate complies with the latest Australian Standards for pools IMPORTANT: Information above is supplied and expressed by D&D Technologies in the interests of consumer and public safety. For specific details or copies of Australian Standards relating to gate and fence safety please contact Standards Australia in your nearest city, or by calling the national office on 1800 035 822, or click here for the latest Australian Swimming Pool Safety Standards.
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