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Playground Installation & Inspection Certificate
A Playground Installation & Inspection Certificate confirms that playground equipment has been installed or inspected in compliance with BS EN 1176 (playground equipment safety) and BS EN 1177 (impact-attenuating surfacing). It records equipment condition, safety checks, surfacing adequacy, and compliance status.
BS EN 1176 (playground equipment), BS EN 1177 (impact attenuation), Health and Safety at Work Act 1974Valid: Annual (with quarterly operational inspections recommended)
What it covers
- Equipment identification and condition
- Structural integrity and fixings
- Surfacing type and impact absorption
- Entrapment and protrusion hazards
- Free height of fall compliance
- Recommendations and priority actions
Who needs a Playground Cert?
Local authorities
Schools
Housing associations
Commercial play centres
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Frequently asked questions about Playground Cert
How often should playgrounds be inspected?
BS EN 1176-7 recommends three levels: routine visual inspection (weekly to daily), operational inspection (1-3 monthly), and annual main inspection by a competent person (RPII registered). The certificate covers the annual main inspection.
What qualifications are needed?
Annual inspections should be carried out by a person registered with RPII (Register of Play Inspectors International) or holding equivalent competence. Operational inspections can be done by trained in-house staff.