CPSI Specific Equipment Standards for Swings and Slides 5

Question 1

Under ASTM F1487, what is the required minimum distance between adjacent swing bays on a multi-bay swing structure?

Accepted Answer

24 inches (61 cm)

Answer

ASTM F1487 requires a minimum of 24 inches (61 cm) between adjacent swings within the same bay to reduce the risk of collisions.

Question 2

A slide's maximum allowable incline angle for a straight slide intended for children ages 2–5 is:

Accepted Answer

35 degrees

Answer

ASTM F1487 limits the slide incline for children ages 2–5 to a maximum of 35 degrees to keep exit velocity within a safe range.

Question 3

Which material property makes a slide surface hazardous during summer months even without visible damage?

Accepted Answer

Excessive surface temperature causing contact burns

Answer

Metal and certain plastic slide surfaces can reach temperatures exceeding 150°F (65°C) in direct sunlight, causing contact burns within seconds.

Question 4

For a tube slide (enclosed slide), what is the minimum internal diameter required to prevent entrapment of a child's head?

Accepted Answer

23 inches (58.4 cm)

Answer

ASTM F1487 requires enclosed tube slides to have a minimum internal diameter of 23 inches (58.4 cm) to prevent head entrapment.

Question 5

A CPSI finds that a swing's chain links have elongated beyond their original shape. This finding indicates:

Accepted Answer

Metal fatigue requiring immediate replacement of the chain

Answer

Elongated chain links are a sign of metal fatigue or overloading, indicating structural failure risk, and the chain must be replaced immediately.

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