CPSI EXAM 2023-2024 CERTIFIED
PLAYGROUND SAFETY INSPECTOR EXAM
RECENT VERSIONS WITH 250 BEST
QUESTIONS AND FULL ACCURATE ANSWERS
ALREADY GRADED A+
what is the 21 inch slide no entanglement zone rule? - ANSWER- projections greater
than 1/8 inches may not be within 21 inches of the slide, regardless of projection's
orientation.
this zone begins at the bottom edge of the slide and extends out and up, but not under
the slide bed. the height of the transition platform entry must be 60 inches
if a bolt is accessible, no more than ___ threads may project through the face of a nut -
ANSWER- 2
T/F if the bolt is not accessible, then the bot can project more than 2 threads -
ANSWER- True
max gap of S hook - ANSWER- .04 inches
3 openings in playground equipment include: - ANSWER- completely bounded rigid
openings
completely bounded non rigid openings
partially bounded openings
,crush and shear hazards are caused by - ANSWER- openings created by movement
roller slides use the ___ inch dowel to measure gaps - ANSWER- 3/16
merry go rounds use the ___ inch dowel to measure gaps - ANSWER- 5/16
the ___ inch dowel is used to test all other common crush and shear hazards -
ANSWER- 5/8
exemptions to the crush and shear hazard criteria include: - ANSWER- chain and
method of attachment
attachment area of coil springs
area between top rail and swinging element
area between lightweight moveable objects
criteria for a flexible suspended component includes: - ANSWER- suspend at an angle
that is greater than 45* from horizontal
cable must be above 84 inches
minimum of 1 inch wide
brightly colored
,T/F free swinging ropes attached at one end only are permitted on playgrounds -
ANSWER- False *the only exception free swing ropes/chains/cables that are allowed
are no longer than 7 inches
five ways to get children onto elevated structures - ANSWER- ramps
ladders and arch climbers
flexible climbers
vertical access stairs or step ladders
wide access stairs
compliant ramp criteria: - ANSWER- slope must not exceed 1:12
elevated accessible routes must be 36" minimum clear width
ramp max run of 144 inches
landings at each end need 60 inch turning radius to allow a wheelchair to turn
handrails should be provided and available at ___ step, if more than ___ tread(s), and
on ____ side(s) - ANSWER- first, 1, both
handrail height measurements and diameter measurements equal: - ANSWER-
between 22 and 38 inches tall
rigid components: .95 to 1.55 inches
flexible components: .62 to 1.55"
, a step on a stairway that is ___ inches above the surfacing, must have a __________ -
ANSWER- 48, protective barrier
roof lines must be greater than or equal to ___ inches above underlying designated play
surface if it is an integral part of the play structure - ANSWER- 84
manufacturer signage responsibilities include: - ANSWER- advising owner about
intended age range for equipment
owner signage responsibilities include: - ANSWER- posting and maintaining signs and
labels
make sure signs/labels are always visible
alert user in time to take action
place on equipment or free standing structure-as long as they are out of the use zone
purpose of a safety audit is to - ANSWER- examine play equipment, surfacing,
environment, and signage using manufacturer's recommendations, agency policies and
procedure, and current standards and guidelines in order to identify compliant and non
compliant conditions
____% of all playground injuries may be the result of failing to maintain the standard of
care - ANSWER- 40
PLAYGROUND SAFETY INSPECTOR EXAM
RECENT VERSIONS WITH 250 BEST
QUESTIONS AND FULL ACCURATE ANSWERS
ALREADY GRADED A+
what is the 21 inch slide no entanglement zone rule? - ANSWER- projections greater
than 1/8 inches may not be within 21 inches of the slide, regardless of projection's
orientation.
this zone begins at the bottom edge of the slide and extends out and up, but not under
the slide bed. the height of the transition platform entry must be 60 inches
if a bolt is accessible, no more than ___ threads may project through the face of a nut -
ANSWER- 2
T/F if the bolt is not accessible, then the bot can project more than 2 threads -
ANSWER- True
max gap of S hook - ANSWER- .04 inches
3 openings in playground equipment include: - ANSWER- completely bounded rigid
openings
completely bounded non rigid openings
partially bounded openings
,crush and shear hazards are caused by - ANSWER- openings created by movement
roller slides use the ___ inch dowel to measure gaps - ANSWER- 3/16
merry go rounds use the ___ inch dowel to measure gaps - ANSWER- 5/16
the ___ inch dowel is used to test all other common crush and shear hazards -
ANSWER- 5/8
exemptions to the crush and shear hazard criteria include: - ANSWER- chain and
method of attachment
attachment area of coil springs
area between top rail and swinging element
area between lightweight moveable objects
criteria for a flexible suspended component includes: - ANSWER- suspend at an angle
that is greater than 45* from horizontal
cable must be above 84 inches
minimum of 1 inch wide
brightly colored
,T/F free swinging ropes attached at one end only are permitted on playgrounds -
ANSWER- False *the only exception free swing ropes/chains/cables that are allowed
are no longer than 7 inches
five ways to get children onto elevated structures - ANSWER- ramps
ladders and arch climbers
flexible climbers
vertical access stairs or step ladders
wide access stairs
compliant ramp criteria: - ANSWER- slope must not exceed 1:12
elevated accessible routes must be 36" minimum clear width
ramp max run of 144 inches
landings at each end need 60 inch turning radius to allow a wheelchair to turn
handrails should be provided and available at ___ step, if more than ___ tread(s), and
on ____ side(s) - ANSWER- first, 1, both
handrail height measurements and diameter measurements equal: - ANSWER-
between 22 and 38 inches tall
rigid components: .95 to 1.55 inches
flexible components: .62 to 1.55"
, a step on a stairway that is ___ inches above the surfacing, must have a __________ -
ANSWER- 48, protective barrier
roof lines must be greater than or equal to ___ inches above underlying designated play
surface if it is an integral part of the play structure - ANSWER- 84
manufacturer signage responsibilities include: - ANSWER- advising owner about
intended age range for equipment
owner signage responsibilities include: - ANSWER- posting and maintaining signs and
labels
make sure signs/labels are always visible
alert user in time to take action
place on equipment or free standing structure-as long as they are out of the use zone
purpose of a safety audit is to - ANSWER- examine play equipment, surfacing,
environment, and signage using manufacturer's recommendations, agency policies and
procedure, and current standards and guidelines in order to identify compliant and non
compliant conditions
____% of all playground injuries may be the result of failing to maintain the standard of
care - ANSWER- 40
