Edition 79, June 2010

Pool safety inspector licensing established in Qld

Pool safety inspector licensing establishedThe Queensland Parliament has passed legislation to establish the Pool Safety Council to oversee the pool safety inspector licensing system.

The passage of the Building and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2010 on 20 May 2010 establishes:

  • the pool safety inspector licensing system
  • requirements for eligible pool safety inspector course providers
  • a Pool Safety Council to oversee the pool safety inspector system
  • a state-based swimming pool register.

The primary functions of the Pool Safety Council are to oversee the pool safety inspector licensing system, approve pool safety inspector courses and maintain the pool register.

The Department of Infrastructure and Planning is currently working with training providers to finalise courses for prospective pool safety inspectors. Further information about courses will be provided soon.

Local Government officers and others interested in becoming a licensed pool safety inspector, may register their interest with the DIP to receive targeted updates, or they may subscribe to newsflashes using the email address or phone number below.

Under the transitional provisions in the Bill, licensed building certifiers are automatically taken to be licensed pool safety inspectors for the first year, after which they may choose to renew their licence as a pool safety inspector.

Complementary matters currently under development include:

  • developing the state-based register for pools and pool safety inspectors
  • developing supporting regulations, approved forms and guidelines
  • finalising a code of conduct for pool safety inspectors
  • developing a final exam for prospective pool safety inspectors
  • finalising amendments to Queensland Development Code part MP 3.4 to cover the range of pools included in the stage two measures
  • establishing the Pool Safety Council members and staff.

To register for updates on becoming a licensed pool safety inspector, contact the Department of Infrastructure and Planning, Building Codes Queensland Division, on 07 3239 6369 or buildingcodes@dip.qld.gov.au  

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