CPSI Rotating Equipment and Rocking Equipment Standards 3

Question 1

What does the CPSC recommend regarding traditional seesaws where the seat stops abruptly when it contacts the ground?

Accepted Answer

They should be avoided in favor of seesaws with a gradual stop mechanism

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They are acceptable if the seat has padding

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They are acceptable for children over age 5 only

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They require posted warning signage but may remain in use

Question 2

What minimum depth of loose-fill sand is required under rotating equipment with a maximum fall height of 4 feet to meet CPSC guidelines?

Accepted Answer

9 inches

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3 inches

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6 inches

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12 inches

Question 3

Which ASTM standard provides performance requirements for public playground equipment, including rotating and rocking devices?

Accepted Answer

ASTM F1487

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ASTM F1292

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ASTM F1951

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ASTM F2223

Question 4

In the context of a CPSI inspection program, what is a 'high-frequency visual inspection' of rotating equipment?

Accepted Answer

A daily or weekly walk-through to identify obvious hazards

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An inspection performed using magnification devices

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A comprehensive annual structural inspection

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A computer-aided digital inspection process

Question 5

Per ASTM F1487, handholds on merry-go-rounds must withstand a concentrated load of at least how many pounds without permanent deformation?

Accepted Answer

100 pounds

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75 pounds

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150 pounds

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250 pounds

Question 6

A CPSI inspector discovers a visible crack in the spring mechanism of a spring rocker. What is the appropriate immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Remove the equipment from service immediately

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Apply lubricant and allow supervised use

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Post a warning sign and permit use with adult supervision

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Schedule the repair for the next routine maintenance cycle

Question 7

Which type of seesaw design does the CPSC recommend for public playgrounds to best minimize impact injury risk?

Accepted Answer

Seesaws with spring-centering devices or rubber bump stops

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Traditional rigid fulcrum seesaws with no cushioning

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Seesaws with enclosed molded seats

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Seesaws with electronic weight-equalization systems