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Ask Neil a QuestionAll swimming pools in Queensland must meet the **QDC MP3.4** standard. This replaced the previous 11 standards in 2010. Whether you are in Newport, Margate, or Redcliffe, your barrier must comply to ensure a certificate can be issued.
The property owner is legally responsible. For leases, the owner must provide a valid certificate to the tenant. For sales, the responsibility usually rests with the seller unless a **Form 36** is used to transfer the obligation to the buyer.
A residential certificate (Form 23) is valid for **2 years**. For shared pools (apartments, hotels, or body corporates), the certificate is only valid for **1 year**.
No, not if your current Form 23 is still valid. However, you must provide a copy of that valid certificate to the tenant before they move in.
If your fence rails are less than 900mm apart, they are considered climbable. Installing 60-degree wedges removes the foothold, making the barrier compliant without replacing the entire fence. **We carry these parts on our vehicle for immediate resolution.**