Before you book

the Sunshine Coast pool safety inspector checklist

Run through this before you book a pool safety inspector in Sunshine Coast. It helps you check they're properly licensed and get your pool ready so it passes first time.

Check they're licensed

Ask for their QBCC pool safety inspector licence number and look it up on the QBCC register.
Confirm the licence is current and not suspended or cancelled.
Make sure they carry professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Get the fee in writing, including whether a re-inspection is included.

Get your pool ready

Move objects (pot plants, furniture, BBQ, ladders) away from the barrier that could be used to climb over.
Trim plants and branches near the fence that reduce the effective barrier height.
Check the gate self-closes and self-latches from any open position.
Make sure a compliant CPR sign is displayed and legible.
Clear access to the pool gate and barrier so the inspector can test everything.

On the day

Confirm they measure barrier height, gaps and latch height against the pool safety standard (MP 3.4).
Ask them to explain anything that fails and exactly what's needed to fix it.
Check they lodge the Form 23 certificate with the QBCC, not just hand you paper.
Ask how long the certificate is valid for your type of pool.

Paperwork and after

Make sure your pool is listed on the QLD pool safety register.
Get a copy of the Form 23 certificate, or a Form 26 nonconformity notice if it failed.
If it failed, confirm the timeframe to fix minor items and whether the re-inspection is included.
Keep the certificate on file - you'll need it to sell or rent the property.

Red flags — walk away if you see these

Can't or won't give you a QBCC pool safety inspector licence number.
Quotes a price over the phone then hikes it once they're on site.
Pressures you to pay cash to skip the paperwork or the pool safety register.
Offers to 'pass' the pool if you promise to fix things later, with no re-inspection.
Does compliance fixes but isn't clear those are separate to the inspection fee.
Has no insurance, or won't put the quote in writing.

Questions homeowners ask

Do pool safety inspectors have to be licensed?

Yes. In QLD they must hold a current QBCC pool safety inspector licence. Check the number on the QBCC register before you book.

What's the difference between a Form 23 and a Form 26?

A Form 23 is the certificate issued when your pool complies. A Form 26 is a nonconformity notice that lists what needs fixing before it can pass.

Can the inspector fix problems on the day?

Some will make minor adjustments like a gate latch or self-close for a small fee, but larger fixes are separate work and usually need a re-inspection.

How long does a certificate last?

Two years for a standard private pool and one year for a shared pool, such as a body corporate or unit complex.

Do I need a certificate to sell or rent?

Yes. A valid pool safety certificate is required to sell or lease a property with a pool or spa in QLD.

How long does an inspection take?

Usually 30 to 60 minutes for a standard backyard pool, longer for shared or commercial pools with multiple gates.

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