Terms of Trade Pool Barrier Inspection

Independently Qualified Pool Inspector

TERMS OF TRADE – Pool Barrier Inspection

THE PROCESS WE FOLLOW

• An IQPI will conduct an onsite inspection of the pool barrier. 

• If the pool barrier meets the requirements for pool barriers the IQPI will provide a Certificate of Periodic Inspection to the Christchurch City Council and the client.

• If the pool barrier does not comply with requirements the IQPI will provide the client with a report outlining the areas of concern.  If the areas of concern are remedied within 3 working days, the IQPI will provide a Certificate of Periodic Inspection as outlined above.  If the areas of concern are not remedied within 3 working days a written notice of non-compliance must be provided to the Christchurch City Council.

IQPI RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inform the Christchurch City Council within three working days if they have been asked to inspect a pool barrier without a building consent.

• Check, test and document the compliance and functionality of pool barriers and related gates, doors, windows, locks and latches.

• Check, test and document areas surrounding pools for direct access, appropriate use and potential climbing points.

• Provide a certificate of periodic inspection to the Christchurch City Council to notify a pool has been inspected and complies with barrier requirements.

• In cases where the pool barriers do not comply, or the barrier does not have the relevant consent or permit, provide written notice of non-compliance within three working days of the date of inspection to the Christchurch City Council.

• Maintain records of inspections and provide them to the Christchurch City Council if requested.

PRICING AND PAYMENT

• Pool barrier inspection within Christchurch City Council boundaries $160 including GST.

• If a repeat inspection is necessary, an additional fee of $160 including GST will be charged.  Pool barriers requiring minor repairs may be confirmed to the IQPI via video or photo and may not require a repeat inspection.

• Payment is due prior to the inspection.

IMPORTANT

In your original email, please click ‘I Accept Terms Of Trade’ to confirm that you accept our Terms of Trade.  Once received we will register your inspection within our system.

Award Winning Poolcare Team