THE state’s 340,000 pools will be required by law to register their backyard pool using the online NSW Swimming Pool Register.
The registration process is quick and free. In order to register their pool, owners have to conduct an assessment and confirm that their pool complies with the relevant safety standard requirements.
Pool owners can access a simple pool safety checklist on the NSW Swimming Pool Register site www.swimmingpoolregister.nsw.gov.au
Pool owners are asked to inspect their pools using this checklist to determine whether it meets the safety requirements.
The NSW Government has developed the online Swimming Pools Register, which is now available.
Legislation requires pool owners to complete the registration process by 29 October, 2013.
Failure to do so could attract a penalty notice of $220, with a maximum court imposed penalty of $2200.
To assist in making pools compliant, local councils are required to develop and implement a swimming pool barrier inspection program, in consultation with their communities, by 29 October 2013.
For further information, pool owners are encouraged to visit www.swimmingpoolregister.nsw.gov.au This site includes information on the registration process, assessment checklists and other important pool safety information.
