Aussies are a creative bunch. If we don’t have the funds or backyard space for an in-ground pool, we’ll still find a way to cool off in summer. We’ve seen some pretty crafty ways of doing this. Tying a hose from the roof and calling it an outdoor shower. Chucking tarps in a ute tray, filling it with water and calling it a pool. Going to Kmart and buying a giant inflatable pool for peanuts.
Obviously, the inflatable pool is the most practical option here. But little did you (probably) know, depending on the size of your inflatable pool, you may actually need a fence for it. Let’s take a look at the rules, brought to you by the gurus at SBS Fence and Toilet Hire.
Your inflatable pool may need a fence
Even if they’re just for summer use, many inflatable pools actually need to be fenced off. It may sound surprising, but this is due to one simple fact: drowning is possible no matter how small the body of water.
When does my inflatable pool need to be fenced off?
In Australia, if you have a portable or inflatable pool that can be filled to a depth of 30cm and is used by people, you need to install a pool fence. This means that many larger inflatable pools need to be fenced off – even the cheap ones from Kmart! For inflatable pools shallower than 30cm, a pool fence is not required. That being said, it’s always best to check with your local council laws first, as some councils in Australia state that even shallow inflatable pools need fencing. Check with your local council to avoid the hefty fines that come with code breaching.
Why do inflatable pools need to be fenced off?
There’s one simple reason that inflatable pools need to be fenced off, and that’s safety. According to Royal Life Saving Australia, between 1 July 2002 and 30 June 2021, 532 children aged nought to four years died from drowning in Australia. Swimming pools are the leading location for drowning in this age group, accounting for more than half of all deaths (52%). There’s no price on the life of a child, so whether you’re a parent, a grandparent, an aunty or uncle, or a family friend, we urge you to do the right thing!
How to navigate this issue for temporary inflatable pools
So, obviously you don’t want to get a permanent fence built for your inflatable pool that you only use over summer. Instead, go with quality temporary pool fence hire! These temporary pool fences meet the Australian Standards, abide by council and state laws, and are cheap as chips to hire.
SBS Fence and Toilet Hire are the team to call when you need temporary pool fencing for your inflatable pool over the summer. Their temporary pool fencing is Australian-made, regulation-approved, and the team are committed to keeping your family safe and your home in line with the law. Call up SBS Fence and Toilet Hire for a quote today.
