CPSI Hazard Identification and Assessment Questions and Answers 5

Question 1

A CPSI inspector encounters a slide with a 10-inch wide chute and no contained sides for the first 24 inches of the descent. What standard is most likely violated?

Accepted Answer

ASTM F1487 — equipment containment and side height requirements

Answer

ASTM F1487 requires slide chutes to have side containment of adequate height to prevent children from rolling off the edges during descent.

Question 2

During a high-frequency inspection, a CPSI finds that a belt swing has twisted chains that reduce the seat height by 6 inches below the standard 24-inch minimum. What is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Untwist the chains and verify seat height meets the 24-inch minimum before returning to service

Answer

Twisted chains are correctable on-site; the inspector should untwist them and verify the seat height is restored to the minimum 24-inch clearance.

Question 3

A CPSI inspector is assessing a composite play structure for 2-5 year olds. A horizontal ladder rung is spaced 18 inches apart. How should this be classified?

Accepted Answer

Entrapment hazard — rung spacing exceeds the maximum allowed for this age group

Answer

Rung spacing for 2-5 year old equipment must not exceed 12 inches to prevent children from falling through between rungs.

Question 4

Which environmental factor should a CPSI inspector always consider when evaluating natural shade trees within a playground use zone?

Accepted Answer

Whether overhanging branches, roots, or falling debris create hazards within the use zone

Answer

Overhanging branches can fall, surface roots create tripping hazards, and falling debris (nuts, seeds, branches) can injure children within the use zone.

Question 5

A CPSI inspector finds a tunnel on a playground where the interior diameter is 23 inches. What is the primary concern this raises?

Accepted Answer

The diameter is below the 24-inch minimum, creating an entrapment risk for larger children

Answer

Tunnels must have a minimum 24-inch interior diameter per ASTM F1487 to prevent children from becoming entrapped inside.

CPSI - Certified Playground Safety Inspector Practice Test

CPSI - Certified Playground Safety Inspector Practice Test

CPSI Hazard Identification and Assessment Questions and Answers 5