CPSI Liability Reduction 3

Question 1

A school district outsources playground maintenance to a private contractor who fails to fix a broken bolt, causing an injury. Who bears primary liability?

Accepted Answer

Both the school district and contractor may share liability

Answer

Property owners retain a non-delegable duty of care, so both the district and contractor may be liable depending on contract terms and jurisdiction.

Question 2

Which document best protects a playground owner when hiring an outside safety inspector?

Accepted Answer

A contract specifying the inspector's scope of work and indemnification clause

Answer

A written contract with clearly defined duties and indemnification provisions protects both parties and defines liability boundaries.

Question 3

What does the legal term 'foreseeability' mean in the context of playground liability?

Accepted Answer

Whether a reasonable person could have anticipated the type of injury that occurred

Answer

Foreseeability asks whether a reasonable, prudent person in the owner's position should have anticipated that the dangerous condition could cause harm.

Question 4

Which action most effectively limits liability exposure when a playground equipment hazard is discovered during routine inspection?

Accepted Answer

Immediately closing off the equipment and documenting the corrective action taken

Answer

Taking immediate corrective action and documenting it demonstrates reasonable care, the strongest defense against negligence claims.

Question 5

In most U.S. jurisdictions, what is the standard statute of limitations for a minor to file a personal injury lawsuit related to a playground accident?

Accepted Answer

The limitations period is typically tolled until the child reaches adulthood

Answer

Most states toll (pause) the statute of limitations for minors, meaning the clock doesn't start until they turn 18.

CPSI - Certified Playground Safety Inspector Practice Test

CPSI - Certified Playground Safety Inspector Practice Test

CPSI Liability Reduction 3