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Resolution number MRSP/2015/4
MOVED
by Member AL Cunningham-Marino, seconded by Member MJ Bailey:
That the Manurewa Local
Board Swimming Pool Fencing Exemptions Committee:
c) GRANT the application for special exemption under section 6 of the
Fencing of Swimming Pools Act 1987 by Yvette Stoupe (Robertson)
of 335 Hill Road, The Gardens, Manurewa, subject
to the following conditions:
i) That
the NZS 8500:2006 Safety Barriers and Fences Around Swimming Pools, Spas and
Hot Tubs 3.10 ‘Above-ground spas and hot tubs’ 3.10 a) to k) inclusive be met
at all times, being:
a. the
top of the spa pool or hot tub (excluding cover) shall be positioned with the
entire top surface not less than 760mm above the surrounding ground or deck;
b. the
cover shall be lockable and shall be kept locked when the spa pool or hot tub
is not being used or supervised. A locking device shall contain a mechanical
locking mechanism or a self-locking mechanism in addition to latching shut;
c. the
locks shall not be able to be readily opened or released by a child of up to
the age of six years;
d. when
locked the cover shall be fitted so that if lifted it does not release the
locking device or provide a clearance greater than 100mm.
e. the
cover shall be made of a material, that if walked on, cannot collapse, and
can withstand the weight of at least 20kg, to ensure that it will more than
take the weight of a child up to six years old;
f. the
cover shall be constructed of material that meets ASTM F1346-91 to allow easy
movement on and off the spa pool or hot tub;
g. the
cover shall be constructed with a taper from the centre hinge to the outside
edge of the cover so that water will not pond on top of it;
h. the
cover shall have an evenly spaced mechanical locking device as required in b)
which shall be positioned to ensure the cover cannot be lifted more than
100mm by a child up to six years of age, and ensures that the cover is fixed
securely to the spa pool or hot tub;
i. the cover and locks shall be maintained at all times
in a good state of repair;
j. warning stickers/sign shall be placed on the cover to
advise that it shall be locked in place when the spa pool or hot tub is not
being used or supervised;
k. removable steps, movable furniture, or other objects
that can assist a young child to climb onto the cover, shall be stowed/stored
away at least 1200mm from the side of the spa pool or hot tub.
j. make the deck edge non-climbable to comply with the
Fencing of Swimming Pool Act 1987.
d)
recommend the applicant contact the
Auckland Council Pool Inspectors for advice on how to proceed if required.
CARRIED
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