Playground Inspection and Maintenance Two-Day Training Course
Course designed for:
This two-day course is aimed at those who are responsible for the operational (the one to three monthly) inspections and those in a supervisory or maintenance role. A RoSPA Certificate of Training will be given to all participants who complete the course. Those completing the course will be eligible to take the Register of Play Inspectors International exam for Operational Inspections. This can be organised as a third day if required (extra charges apply).
Timing
| Day 1 |
Day 2 |
Day 3 (optional) |
| Start |
9.30 |
Start |
9.00 |
Operational level exam with written and practical sections. |
| Coffee |
11.00 |
Site Visit |
| Lunch |
12.30 |
Lunch |
12.30 |
| End |
4.30 |
End |
3.30 |
Accommodation
Lunch, afternoon tea and coffee, provided on both days Accommodation is not provided with any of the courses, a list of accommodation is available on request.
Training Pack
A training pack will need to be purchased at £30 per person.
Course syllabus:
- Child development
- The Importance of Play
- Accidents, their type, frequency and severity
- Legal, the appropriate Acts of Parliament and how they may affect the operator and directly the inspector.
- Provision recommendations for playgrounds, play value, Disability Assessment etc.
- EN1176 Part 7 and other relevant sections of EN1176
- Documentation, reporting and importance of record keeping
- The incorporation of information resulting from routine and annual main inspections
- A logical and systematic approach to inspecting including risk assessment
- Inspection of approaches to playground including signs, traffic, road barriers etc
- Inspection of the immediate playground surround , vegetation, fences, gates etc.
- Inspection of the active playground area within the fenced surround, seats, litter bins, vegetation, lighting, other furniture and non play items
- Inspection of specific play equipment or play features including surfacing.
- Common faults on popular items
- Checking of maintenance and other playground actions taken.
- Practical site inspection
Note: Prices listed are for non-RoSPA clients i.e. those who do not have RoSPA annual inspections. If you have annual playground inspections by RoSPA, you may be eligible to receive a discount against the price of a course. Contact us for details.
Interested in making a booking? Booking forms for each course date are available to download here.
How to book / Find out more
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Note: Prices exclude VAT.
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Bishop Auckland
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2 Days |
£425.00
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Faringdon
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2 Days |
£425.00
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Stirling
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2 Days |
£425.00
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Telford
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2 Days |
£425.00
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Course Outline
Also available to download: Playground Inspection and Maintenance Two-Day Training Course (PDF 59kb)
Two Day Course
This two day course is aimed at those who are responsible for the operational (monthly to quarterly) inspections and those in a supervisory or maintenance role. A RoSPA Certificate of Training will be given to all participants who complete the course. Those completing the course will be eligible to take the Register of Play Inspectors International exam for Operational Inspections. This can be organised as a third day if required (extra charges apply).
Syllabus
- Child development
- The Importance of Play
- Accidents, their type, frequency and severity
- Legislation, the appropriate Acts of Parliament and how they may affect the operator and directly the inspector
- Provision recommendations for playgrounds, play value, Disability Assessment, etc.
- EN1176 Part 7 and other relevant sections of EN1176 (updated to reflect the 2008 version)
- Documentation, reporting and importance of record keeping
- The incorporation of information resulting from routine and annual main inspections
- A logical and systematic approach to inspecting including risk assessment
- Inspection of approaches to playground including signs, traffic, road barriers, etc.
- Inspection of the immediate playground surroundings such as the vegetation, fences and gates
- Inspection of the active playground area within the fenced surround, i.e. seats, litter bins and other non-play items
- Inspection of specific play equipment or play features including surfacing.
- Common faults on popular items
- Checking of maintenance and other playground actions taken.
- Practical on-site inspection
Timing
Day 1 Start 9.30 Coffee 11.00 Lunch 12.30 End 4.30
Day 2 Start 9.00 Site visit Lunch 12.30 End 3.30
Please note that these times are approximate and may be subject change.
Training Pack
A training pack will need to be purchased at £30 per person.
Courses on Clients Premises
In this case the provision of a room with suitable blackout to enable overheads or PowerPoint to be provided and a screen, (RoSPA trainers can provide their own Overhead/PowerPoint equipment).
Access to two playgrounds is essential for the practical element of this course and exam (if desired) and is the client’s responsibility to provide the necessary transportation to and from the play areas as necessary.
Please note:
Attendees must be in good health and physically able to climb and thoroughly inspect play equipment on-site. Due to the practical aspects of this course and possible inclement weather, please wear appropriate clothing.
Interested in making a booking? Booking forms for each course date are available to download here.
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Related information:
The Play Safety [Play Safety] section of the web site has a wealth of advice and information on all areas of playground safety, in addition to details of playground inspections, awards and play safety around the world.
For further details or to book a course, contact the Training Manager:
Tel: +44 (0)1367 244600
Email Keiron Taylor: ktaylor@rospaplaysafety.co.uk
Training for Inspections, Standards and Risk Assessment
One Day Course
This one day training course provides a basic introduction to inspecting and maintaining children's playgrounds. It is designed for staff members who have day-to-day responsibility for playground safety and inspections. This highly visual presentation is ideal for small groups up to fifteen. Basic requirements are for a comfortable room with good blackout. Access to playground for a practical site inspection is required. Course notes and a Certificate of Attendance are provided.
Two Day Course
This two day training course provides a basic introduction to inspecting and maintaining children's playgrounds. It is designed for staff members who have day-to-day responsibility for playground safety. This highly visual presentation is ideal for small group up to fifteen. Basic requirements are for a comfortable room with good blackout. Access to a playground for a practical site inspection is required. Course notes and a Certificate of Attendance are provided.
Other Courses
We can provide courses to cover a wide range of topics related to play safety. These can be tailored to your specific requirements.
For further details or to book a course, contact the Training Manager:
Tel: +44 (0)1367 244600
Email Keiron Taylor: ktaylor@rospaplaysafety.co.uk
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