The State Government is urging Western Australians to ensure swimming pool fences and gates are installed, maintained, and used correctly to help kids stay safe this summer.
Commerce Minister Dr Tony Buti has released the following media statement: Pool safety reminder ahead of school holidays to keep kids safe
Key points:
- Private pools with more than 30cm of water must have compliant safety barriers
- Pool gates should never be propped open
- Safety requirements also apply to portable pools and aquatic toys
More information on pool barriers, including a checklist for homeowners, is available at lgirs.wa.gov.au/rules-for-pools
For further safe summer tips go to https://www.consumerprotection.wa.gov.au/publications/be-summer-safe
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