21 Oct 2013 QLD: New bunk bed rules start today As of today (21 October), short-term rental accommodation providers are required to meet the new mandatory bunk bed safety standard. 13 Sep 2013 QLD: Spring into bunk bed safety these school holidays From 21 October 2013 bunk beds supplied in short-term rental accommodation in Queensland will have to meet mandatory safety standards. 23 May 2013 QLD: Countdown to new rules for bunk bed safety The Queensland Office of Fair Trading is warning owners of short-term rental accommodation to check their bunk beds meet new mandatory safety standards or risk a $200 000 fine.