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Products the mandatory standard applies to
The mandatory standard applies to portable swimming pools that are both:
- intended for personal, domestic or household use, and
- one of the following:
- an inflatable swimming pool of any depth
- a soft-sided swimming pool of any depth
- a rigid-sided swimming pool up to 300 mm deep.
The mandatory standard applies to spas, hot tubs or whirlpool tubs that meet the definition above. For example, an inflatable spa is captured by the mandatory standard.
Complying with the mandatory standard
This information is an overview of how to comply with the mandatory standard. Suppliers must not rely on this information as a complete guide to compliance.
View the full detail of the mandatory standard.
Safety labelling
Portable swimming pools and their retail packaging must be permanently marked with a visible warning message.
Pools less than 300 mm deep
If the portable swimming pool is less than 300 mm deep, the warning message must include the following statement:
WARNING!
Children have drowned in portable swimming pools.
Ensure active adult supervision at all times.
Do not leave children unsupervised in or around the pool—keep them within arm's reach.
Empty and store safely after use.
Pools 300 mm deep or more
If the portable swimming pool is 300 mm deep or more the warning message must include the following statement:
WARNING!
Children have drowned in portable swimming pools.
Ensure active adult supervision at all times.
Do not leave children unsupervised in or around the pool—keep them within arm's reach.
Pool fencing laws apply to this pool. Consult your local government authority for fencing requirements.
Safety sign
Safety sign
This image is an example of the safety sign.
The safety sign must comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard.
Mandatory standard details
Consumer Goods (Portable Swimming Pools) Safety Standard 2013 sets out the mandatory requirements for portable swimming pools.
The accompanying Explanatory Statement has further information.
When a product does not comply
Fines and penalties may apply for failure to comply with a mandatory safety or information standard. For more information, see fines and penalties.
Suppliers may need to recall a product when it doesn't meet the mandatory standard or is potentially unsafe.