This document provides a detailed checklist for daily playground inspections, ensuring the safety and maintenance of children's play areas. It covers essential inspection points including ground hazards, surface conditions, equipment integrity, and specific play structure assessments. The checklist examines various aspects such as trip hazards, drainage, equipment maintenance, surfacing requirements, and structural integrity of composite play structures, climbing apparatus, slides, and swings. It includes detailed inspection criteria for hardware, entrapment risks, surface depths, and general safety concerns. This systematic approach helps maintain playground safety standards and identify potential hazards before they become serious issues. The document includes sections for inspector identification, date recording, and signature verification, making it a complete tool for professional playground safety management.
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