CPSI Playground Audits and Inspection 2

Question 1

According to CPSC guidelines, how often should a comprehensive playground audit be conducted?

Accepted Answer

Annually

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Weekly

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Monthly

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Every five years

Question 2

Which document serves as the primary record of findings during a formal playground inspection?

Accepted Answer

Inspection checklist or audit report

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Maintenance log

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Purchase order

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ASTM standard booklet

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a pre-opening inspection?

Accepted Answer

To verify safe conditions before children use the playground

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To estimate equipment replacement costs

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To satisfy insurance company requests

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To schedule routine maintenance tasks

Question 4

During a playground audit, an inspector notices that a bolt is protruding 7 mm beyond its nut. What should the inspector do?

Accepted Answer

Flag it as a protrusion hazard requiring correction

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Note it as a minor cosmetic issue

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Accept it if equipment is otherwise in good condition

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Measure use zone only

Question 5

What does CPSI documentation best practice require regarding corrective actions identified during an inspection?

Accepted Answer

Corrective actions should be recorded with a target completion date and signed off when resolved

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Corrective actions may be deferred indefinitely

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Only major hazards require written follow-up

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Verbal communication to maintenance staff is sufficient

Question 6

Which type of playground inspection focuses specifically on the structural integrity of equipment components and typically requires hands-on testing?

Accepted Answer

Periodic maintenance inspection

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Operational spot check

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High-frequency visual inspection

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Annual or comprehensive audit