Queensland laws define a swimming pool as any structure that:
- is capable of being filled with water to a depth of 300mm or more
- is used primarily for swimming, wading, paddling or the like.
This applies to wading pools (including blow-up pools) and spas.
Throughout Queensland the state government’s pool safety laws applies to all pools, including those at:
- houses
- unit complexes
- hotels
- motels
- backpacker accommodation
- boarding houses
- caravan parks
- mobile van parks.
If your portable pool or spa can hold at least 300mm of water the pool safety laws apply.