Risk Management and Documentation Flashcards
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In playground risk management, what does the term 'risk-benefit analysis' refer to?
Answer: Weighing the probability and severity of harm against the developmental and play value benefits
Risk-benefit analysis involves weighing the probability and severity of potential harm against the developmental, physical, and social benefits that challenging play provides to children.
Which of the following best describes the purpose of maintaining a playground maintenance log?
Answer: To create an auditable record of inspections, hazards found, and corrective actions taken
A maintenance log creates an auditable record of all inspections, identified hazards, and corrective actions, which serves as critical documentation for liability defense and demonstrates due diligence.
What action should be taken immediately upon discovery of an imminent hazard during a playground inspection?
Answer: Close the affected area or equipment and notify supervisors
An imminent hazard requires immediate closure of the affected area or equipment and immediate notification of supervisors so that corrective action can be taken before children are exposed.
Which element is most important to include in a written incident report following a playground injury?
Answer: Factual description of the incident, location, equipment involved, and surface conditions
A factual, objective description of the incident including location, equipment involved, surface conditions, time, and witnesses is the most important element of an incident report.
What is the primary goal of a playground risk management program?
Answer: To reduce unreasonable risk while preserving the play value and developmental benefits of the playground
The primary goal is to reduce unreasonable risk — hazards with no play value benefit — while maintaining the challenging, developmentally appropriate play experiences that children need.
How long should playground inspection records typically be retained according to risk management best practices?
Answer: At least as long as required by the applicable statute of limitations for injury claims
Inspection records should be retained for at least as long as the applicable statute of limitations for personal injury claims in the jurisdiction, which may extend several years after a minor's injury claim matures.