Playground Inspection Services
Visual Inspection
Defination: Inspection intended to identify obvious hazards that can result from normal use, vandalism, or weather conditions.
Frequency: To be determinded depending on local circumstances.
Operational Inspection
Defination: Inspection, more detailed than routine visual inspection, to check the operation and stability of the equipment.
Frequency: Generally quarterly, but may vary depending on local circumstances.
Comprehensive Inspection
Defination: Inspection intended to establish the overall level of safety of equipment, foundations and playing surfaces.
Frequency: Annually
Routine Visual Inspections
Routine visual inspections aim to spot clear hazards caused by wear, vandalism, or weather conditions. Any unsafe issues should be promptly reported or addressed. These inspections should include:
- Clear debris like broken glass or needles from the playground.
- Ensure loose-fill surfacing is between 200 mm and 300 mm deep.
- Check unitary surfacing for damage or wear.
- Inspect equipment for breakage or missing parts due to use or vandalism.
- Look for graffiti on playground structures.
- Assess ancillary items like barbecues, tables, and bins for damage.
- Check for overhanging dead branches that could fall onto the playground.
Operational Inspections
Operational inspections target components that can be impacted by regular use and wear. These inspections should cover:
- Review all items outlined in routine visual inspections.
- Inspect moving parts, like chains, for excessive wear.
- Confirm bolts and fasteners are tight and secure.
- Look for sharp edges or protrusions caused by wear or damage.
- Ensure all equipment, including single-anchor items, is stable.
- Check for significant corrosion, especially on structural components.
- Examine wire ropes for signs of fraying.
- Inspect seat-to-ground cables for wear or damage.
- Assess swing seats, pommels, and moving parts for impact damage.
- Verify clearances beneath carousels, which may change over time.
- Ensure foundations are properly covered and secure.
Comprehensive Annual Inspections
A comprehensive annual inspection evaluates the overall safety of playground equipment, foundations, and surfaces. It includes assessing elements that may deteriorate over time to ensure a safe play environment. Below are some of the key factors we consider during our comprehensive inspections:
- Is the surfacing in good condition and sufficient?
- Is the equipment well-maintained, with no rust, cracks, or splinters?
- Is all equipment structurally stable, especially single-anchor items?
- Are footings fully covered and secure?
- Is the equipment free of sharp edges or protrusions?
- Does the impact area match the free height of fall?
- Is the falling space clear of obstacles that could cause injury?
- Is there enough free space for forced movement activities?
- Are barriers, guardrails, and handrails appropriate and at the correct height?
- Is the equipment free of entrapment risks?
- Are moving parts in good condition and free of excessive wear?
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