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Radstock Town Council Play Inspection

by Sean Fletcher, from the Community

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This visual playground inspection template helps councils and parks teams assess the safety and condition of public play areas. Sections cover site general (seating, bins, paths, fencing, gates, litter, animal fouling, trees), equipment checks for multi-play, slides, swings, roundabouts, gym units and cable runways, plus surfacing, drainage and grass wear. Includes prompts for weather conditions, ROSPA certification and RPII membership, risk ratings, actions required, and signatures. Suitable for routine inspections of skate ramps and bike tracks.

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This operational playground inspection checklist helps facility managers and inspectors assess the safety and condition of public or school play areas. Cover site access, fencing, signage, surfaces, and ancillary items, plus detailed checks for swings, slides, rotating and rocking equipment, climbing frames, aerial runways, multi play units, tunnels, trails, bridges, and skate or bike features. Includes surfacing and drainage checks, accessibility considerations, litter and hazards, and references to BS EN 1176-7 and BS EN 1177 to support compliance and routine operational audits.

by Charlotte Spracklen, from the Community

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Play Area Inspection Checklist Version 5

Use this Version 5 Play Area Inspection checklist to assess the safety and condition of public and school playgrounds. It guides inspectors through site access, signage, fencing, surfacing such as tarmac, tiles, wet pour, sand and bark, and equipment including swings, slides, rotating and rocking items, climbing frames, multi play units, aerial runways, and games areas. Check for corrosion, secure fixings, trip hazards, adequate surfacing depth, cleanliness, accessibility, and wear. Includes sections for photos, contractor notes, and sign off to document findings and corrective actions.

by Duncan Gilchrist, from the Community

10+

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Playgrounds General Visit Report

This Playgrounds General Visit Report template supports weekly visual inspections of playgrounds and park assets. Record locations with GPS, capture photos, and assess the condition of play equipment, furnishings, pathways, and safety surfacing. Log issues for swings, slides, multi play equipment, railings, gates, signage, litter, grass cutting, trees, and more. Add notes, create multiple location checks, and forward the inspection to a contracts officer for follow up. Ideal for councils, parks teams, and facilities managers to standardize checks, document hazards, and prioritize maintenance to keep public spaces safe.

by Eugene Dennison, from the Community

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Broadland Play Area Safety Inspection

Perform a basic safety check of public play areas with this Broadland inspection template. Verify boundary fencing, gates, pathways, surfacing, and the condition of swings, slides, platforms, ropes, and fixings. Identify hazards such as litter, glass, animal fouling, corrosion, and protrusions. Log issues, actions, and signatures to maintain safe, compliant playgrounds and capture notes about new equipment or environmental changes.

by Corinne Goff, from the Community

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