CPSI Audit, Inspection, and Maintenance 4

Question 1

What is the significance of recording the date and weather conditions during a playground inspection?

Accepted Answer

Conditions affect equipment performance and contextualize inspection findings

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Required by OSHA for all outdoor facility audits

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Necessary to calculate surfacing replacement schedules

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Required by ASTM F1487 as a mandatory data field

Question 2

A CPSI is reviewing a playground where the equipment is anchored in concrete footings. The footings are exposed 2 inches above grade. What should the inspector note?

Accepted Answer

Exposed footings are a tripping hazard and must be covered or buried

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This is acceptable per ASTM standards

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Footings must protrude at least 1 inch for proper drainage

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Only footings over 4 inches require correction

Question 3

Which surfacing material requires the MOST frequent inspection to maintain adequate impact attenuation?

Accepted Answer

Engineered wood fiber (EWF)

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Poured-in-place rubber

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Rubber tiles

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Synthetic turf with pad

Question 4

A CPSI conducting an audit notices a gap of 5 inches between two horizontal components at a height of 18 inches. Why is this a concern?

Accepted Answer

It falls within the head entrapment zone of 3.5 to 9 inches

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It exceeds the maximum allowable gap for structural components

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It is too narrow for adequate drainage

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It creates a protrusion hazard at accessible height

Question 5

What is the recommended protocol when a CPSI identifies a hazard rated as 'immediate hazard' during an inspection?

Accepted Answer

Take the equipment out of service immediately and secure it

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Document and schedule repair within 30 days

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Notify the owner and allow 7 days for correction

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Place a warning sign and continue normal operations

Question 6

During a post-maintenance inspection, a CPSI verifies that replaced decking planks have proper spacing. What is the primary reason for deck board spacing requirements?

Accepted Answer

To prevent foot and leg entrapment between boards

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To allow for thermal expansion and contraction

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To reduce the overall weight load on the structure

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To allow drainage and prevent rot

Question 7

A CPSI is asked to evaluate whether a 10-year-old wooden structure should be refurbished or replaced. Which factor is MOST important in this decision?

Accepted Answer

The structural integrity and compliance status of the equipment

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The original cost of the equipment

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The color fading and aesthetic appearance

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The availability of replacement parts from the original manufacturer