Swimming Pools and Spas

Council is responsible for monitoring the operation of Swimming Pools and Spas within its municipality.

These pools and spas must meet the requirements of the Public Health and Wellbeing Regulations 2009.

Council inspects and samples pool water to ensure compliance with the Regulations.

However pool and spa owners must be aware of the regulations and the appropriate operating conditions for a swimming pool or spa. For the Standards of Chlorine, Bromine levels and chemical testing of the water please see Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008.

Additional information:

This Pool Operators Handbook outlines all of the requirements for the operation of a swimming pool and spa.