CPSI Hazard Identification and Assessment Questions and Answers 4

Question 1

A CPSI inspector is evaluating a tot-lot swing bay. One swing has a hard plastic bucket seat, and another has a full-bucket toddler seat with a crotch restraint. Which assessment is correct?

Accepted Answer

The hard plastic bucket seat is not recommended for toddlers under 2

Answer

Hard plastic bucket seats are appropriate for ages 2-5, while full-bucket seats with crotch restraints are designed for children under 2 who cannot independently support themselves.

Question 2

What is the primary concern when a CPSI inspector identifies standing water pooling beneath playground equipment after rainfall?

Accepted Answer

Indicates possible drainage failure that may compromise loose-fill surfacing depth and impact attenuation

Answer

Standing water displaces loose-fill surfacing and can compress engineered wood fiber, reducing critical fall height protection.

Question 3

During hazard identification, which condition on a slide would be classified as a burn hazard rather than a fall hazard?

Accepted Answer

A metal slide exposed to direct sunlight in summer months

Answer

Metal slides can reach temperatures exceeding 150°F in direct sunlight, creating a significant burn hazard distinct from fall risks.

Question 4

A CPSI inspector finds a chain-link fence surrounding a playground with a top rail that has an exposed, open pipe end at 48 inches height. What hazard does this represent?

Accepted Answer

Impalement hazard requiring a protective cap or closure

Answer

Open-ended hollow pipes can act as impalement hazards if a child falls onto them, requiring protective caps per safety guidelines.

Question 5

When measuring the critical fall height (CFH) of an elevated platform, from which point is the measurement taken?

Accepted Answer

From the platform surface to the ground below

Answer

Critical fall height is measured from the platform surface where a child stands to the ground or protective surfacing below.

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CPSI Hazard Identification and Assessment Questions and Answers 4