Pool fence rules in Queensland
Queensland has one pool safety standard. This guide explains who checks your fence against it and points you to the detail you need.
One standard for every Queensland pool
Council fact sheets describe a single Queensland pool safety standard, found in the Queensland Development Code Mandatory Part 3.4 and read together with AS 1926.1. Council sheets differ on the exact legal wording, so check the current version with the QBCC before you rely on a clause number.
The standard applies to the barrier around the pool, including glass pool fences. Glass is allowed, but the panels, gaps, heights and gate must still meet the standard.
Who checks your fence
A licensed pool safety inspector inspects the pool. According to the QBCC, if the pool complies the inspector can issue a pool safety certificate, and if it does not they issue a non-conformity notice (Form 26).
The QBCC says there is no set charge for a full inspection, so it is worth getting a few quotes.
Where to go next
Questions pool owners ask
Is a glass pool fence allowed in Queensland?
Yes. The QBCC pool fences page sets out requirements for glass panels, such as reinforced glass with no signs of fracture, so glass is a recognised pool fence material when it meets the standard.
Who decides whether my pool fence passes?
A licensed pool safety inspector. If the pool complies, the inspector can issue a pool safety certificate. If not, the inspector issues a non-conformity notice (Form 26).
How much does a pool safety inspection cost?
The QBCC says there is no set charge for a full inspection, so it recommends getting several quotes.
General information only. This page summarises public QBCC guidance. It is not legal advice and it is not an inspection of your pool. For your own pool, ask a licensed pool safety inspector or the QBCC.