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The document is a monthly checklist for playground maintenance, focusing on safety inspections of equipment and surfacing. It outlines criteria for evaluating the condition of playground equipment, including protective surfacing, deterioration, security of hardware, general hazards, drainage, and overall cleanliness. The checklist also includes sections for immediate actions needed, an action plan for repairs, follow-up details, potential upgrades, and additional comments.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the playground maintenance checklist in the editor.
Begin by entering the date and time of the inspection at the top of the form. This is crucial for record-keeping.
Fill in your name as the inspector in the designated field, ensuring accountability.
Review each section carefully, starting with 'Surfacing.' Check if protective surfacing is adequate and free from debris. Mark 'Yes' or 'No' accordingly and add comments if necessary.
Proceed to 'Deterioration of Equipment.' Inspect for rust, cracks, or missing components. Document your findings in the comments section.
Continue with 'Security of Hardware' and 'General Hazards,' ensuring all equipment is safe and secure. Again, provide comments where needed.
Evaluate drainage conditions and general upkeep of the playground, marking your observations clearly.
Finally, complete sections for immediate actions, action plans, follow-up details, potential upgrades, and any additional comments before saving your work.

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What is playground safety checklist?

CHECK THE EQUIPMENT FOR S, BENDING, WARPS, RUSTING, OR BREAKAGE OF ANY COMPONENT CHECK FOR TRIPPING HAZARDS, SUCH AS EXPOSED FOOTINGS, ROOTS, ROCKS, ETC. CHECK WOODEN SLIDES FOR SPLINTERING WOOD. WHERE LEGS AND HANDS TOUCH. CHECK FOR SLIPPING HAZARDS, SUCH AS SAND ON. WALKWAYS OR PAVEMENT.

How do you maintain a playground?

Summer Maintenance Tips for School Playgrounds Complete Your Playgrounds Regular Inspection. Complete Playground Repairs As Soon As Possible. Address Storm Damage and Other Natural Hazards. Ensure Proper Drainage. Repair Fences and Benches. Check All Surfacing. Eliminate Troublesome Pests.

What is the checklist for playground cleaning?

Check depth of protective surfacing to ensure adequate (check minimum 3 locations) Remove broken glass and/or foreign debris on play equipment or concealed in protective surfacing Unwrap swings from around toprail (of any swings) Check for kinked, twisted, broken or worn swing chain Check for drainage problems and/or

How much does a playground safety inspection cost?

Many accreditation programs require that your equipment be inspected by a certified playground safety inspector, and we can help you with that. The prices range depending on how much equipment there is to inspect. The average price is $200.00 to $400.00 (this depends on the size of the equipment).

What is the largest single hazard associated with playground use?

did you know? Improper surfacing material under playground equipment is the leading cause of playground-related injuries. Over 79 percent of all accidents on playgrounds are from children falling.

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