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There is nothing more fun or relaxing the jumping in the pool on a hot day, but owning a pool comes with responsibility. Your main concern should always be safety. Small children and pets can’t seem to help themselves, they have just got to go to the water. They just do not understand the dangers that a swimming pool can present. Australian legislation requires pool fences for any body of water 300mm deep. The fence must be in place and inspected before water can be added. The main reason for this mandate is so that children under 5 years of age cannot access the pool area unless accompanied by an adult.
Pool barriers or fences may be made of any material that has a reasonable life span. The materials must be able to withstand exposure to elements such as salt spray, chemical, decay, and insects. Read the rest of this entry »