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Building Inspector (Pool Safety)
Find out about the new class of building inspector, Building Inspector (Pool Safety)...https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/building/builder-registrations/building-inspector/what-is-building-inspection-pool-safety-work -
Swimming pools and spas
On 1 December 2019 new laws to improve swimming pool and spa safety came into effect, introducing new registration, inspection, maintenance and compliance requirements for property owners.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/swimming-pools -
Pool and spa registration requirements
It is now mandatory for owners of land where a swimming pool or spa is located to register their pool or spa with the relevant council.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/swimming-pools/registration-requirements -
Pool safety barriers
All swimming pools and spas capable of containing water greater than 300mm (30cm) must have a compliant safety barrier to restrict access to the pool area.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/swimming-pools/pool-safety-barriers -
Pool and spa inspections and compliance
Pool and spa owners are now required to have their safety barriers inspected and to lodge a certificate of barrier compliance with their local council.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/swimming-pools/inspections-and-compliance -
Installing a new pool or spa
You will need a building permit before installing a pool, spa or safety barrier. You may also need a planning permit or other permit.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/swimming-pools/installation-process -
What is building inspection (pool safety) work?
A Building Inspector (Pool Safety) is responsible for carrying out all the functions of a swimming pool and spa inspector. Information for RTOs/training providers also included.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/registration-and-licensing/building-practitioner-registration/what-is-building-inspection-pool-safety-work -
VBA Mail – December 2020
In a year that constantly challenged individuals and communities to work differently, Victoria’s building and plumbing industries united firmly over one goal – to keep the industry moving. VBA CEO Sue Eddy reflects on the final quarterhttps://www.vba.vic.gov.au/news/news/2020/vba-mail-december-2020 -
Form 24 – Certificate of pool and spa barrier non-compliance (DOCX, 0.03 MB)
https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/__data/assets/word_doc/0019/134344/Form-24-Certificate-Pool-Spa-NonCompliance.docx -
Building practitioner registration
Find out about building practitioner registration.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/registration-and-licensing/building-practitioner-registration -
VBA endorses first RTOs to deliver swimming pool and spa barrier inspection course
The Victorian Building Authority (VBA) has endorsed the first Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) to deliver a VBA-approved course in swimming pool and spa barrier inspection.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/news/news/2020/vba-endorses-first-rtos-to-deliver-swimming-pool-and-spa-barrier-inspection-course