Swimming Pool Certification - what to look out for

Join us for an engaging and informative session presented by Laura Vella, exploring key considerations, challenges, and lessons learned in the world of swimming pool certification.

This session will provide practical insights for certifiers, builders, and industry professionals — with real-life examples, case studies, and stories from the field. Especially relevant for anyone involved in swimming pool compliance and safety.

About the Guest Speaker:

Ms Laura Vella, Principal Swimming Pool Inspector,

Laura Vella brings a wealth of experience from her background in certification, including her time working with councils and in private practice. She’ll share practical advice, real-world examples, and lessons learned to help others navigate the complexities of swimming pool certification.

Presentation to Include :

• Interesting case studies – both pools and termites
• Memorable “Case Studies” from ex-Council certification days
• Other insights & lessons learned
• Q&A Session

Legal Update Speakers:

1. David Creais, Partner,

Topic: In at the deep end - recent cases on swimming pool defects

Presentation to include:

• Is cracking a major defect?
• Pool out of level - merely cosmetic or breach of warranty?
• Can you back fill your opinion after a joint conclave?

2. Sharon Levy,

Topic - NSW strata law reforms - are you keeping up with the changes?

Presentation will include:

• Enforcement powers for Fair Trading - toothless tiger or finally some bit?
• Urgent defect repairs - how urgent is urgent?

📅 Tuesday 9 December 2025
🕒 7.00 am - 9.30 am. (breakfast included)
📍 Rydges Parramatta - 116-118 James Ruse Dr, Parramatta
🅿️ $10 Rydges Car Park (There is free parking on the surrounding streets)

Cost to attend (Including light breakfast):

• FREE - ASBC Members & First Time Guests
• $ 75 (excl GST) - Returning non-members, 2nd breakfast meeting
• $150 ( excl GST) - Returning non-members for subsequent breakfast meetings thereafter
• $ 35 (excl GST) - Member's Partner / Admin Staff / Retired Members

Please note:

• This meeting attracts 2 CPD points
• Due to catering and event booking requirements we are unable to provide a refund once registration is confirmed.
• If you have previously registered as a 1st time guest but did not attend, you must register this time as a 2nd time guest

Contact:

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W: asbc.com.au

M: 0425 280 798

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