The structure of this discussion document

Purpose

In the Purpose section you will find information about the purpose of this discussion document and its role in the overall evaluation of the Fencing of Swimming Pools Act 1987.

Introduction

In the Introduction section you will find information about the Act and the need for fencing swimming pools, including how it links into the Building Act 2004 and the Building Regulations 1992.

Background

In the Background section you will find the context for the Act, including current statistics and information on deaths of young children from drowning.

Issues

The Issues section provides a summary table of the issues that have been raised with the Fencing of Swimming Pools Act, followed by a more detailed analysis of the issues that the Department is seeking your views on.

Submissions

The Submissions section provides you with an opportunity to make written comments on the issues raised in this discussion document by way of a submission. It explains how to make a submission and a submission form is included for you to complete and return to the Department by 30 June 2008.

Appendices

Appendix A: Fencing of Swimming Pools Act 1987

Appendix B: Regulatory impact analysis requirements