Pool Safety Check PDF ( 331 kB) Use this interactive poster to identify problem areas in and around the swimming pool. Post it on your own website if you wish.

Under the Fencing of Swimming Pools Act 1987, all domestic pools in New Zealand must be fenced, to protect young children from the danger of drowning or immersion injuries. Pool fencing must also comply with the New Zealand Building Code.

A single standard for pool fencing, however, will soon replace the requirements of the two acts. At present, NSCC is using this Standard as a guidance to the Fencing of Swimming Pools Act 1987, for compliance.

Pools are defined as any excavation, structure or product deeper than 400mm that is used or is capable of being used for swimming, wading, paddling or bathing and includes spa pools and inflatable pools.

It is the pool owner's responsibility to notify the council of a pool's existence and to ensure the pool has an approved fence. Pools must remain empty until a compliant fence is installed.

North Shore City Council is required to enforce the rules relating to pool fencing within the city's boundaries.

If you are building or installing a pool and /or pool fencing you will require a building consent and possibly a resource consent.

More information on consents