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Part 9A Pool Barrier Inspection Checklist

by John Portarianos, from the Community

Use this Part 9A pool and spa barrier inspection template to assess gates, fences, boundary barriers, doors, and windows against Australian standards. Capture owner and site details, pool type, construction date, and applicable standard. Verify minimum heights, latch locations, self-closing and self-latching devices, member spacing, ground clearances, and climbable objects within prescribed zones. Include checks for child-resistant windows and door sets, balconies, and stepped or cranked barriers. Record immediate threats, attach photos, and produce a result with rectification notices and compliance certification steps.

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