CPSI Latest Examination | Certified Playground Safety
Inspector Success Guide UPDATED ACTUAL Exam Questions
and CORRECT Answers (Verified) | A+ | 100% Correct Questions
and Answers
Question 1.
1.To be compliant with ASTM 1487, a designer or manufacturer of playground
equipment should
Correct Answer: provide buyers with a parts list for the playground
Question 2.
The fish or wedge probe is used to determine whether or not a hazard exists on
Correct Answer: a partially bounded opening
Question 3.
Which of the following is correct regarding the impact-attenuation of surfacing material
Correct Answer: Critical height must equal or exceed fall height
Question 4.
When evaluating the structural integrity of a support structure for a swing that appears
to be failing, a CPSI should
Correct Answer: hire a licensed professional engineer to certify the integrity
of the equipment
Question 5.
Manufacturers of playground equipment must: provide the manufacturer's identification
of the equipment
Correct Answer:
Question 6.
The majority of injuries associated with playground equipment result from
Correct Answer: falls to the surface on which the equipment was located
Question 7.
An opening may present a common crush or shear hazard only if it
Correct Answer: grabs the 5/8" (16mm) dowel
, Question 8.
The criteria for unitary surface materials includes meeting requirements of
Correct Answer: ASTM F1292 and F1487
Question 9.
Regarding playground safety signage, which of the following is correct
Correct Answer: Signage may not prevent accidents but may reduce liability
Question 10.
Which of the following factors is MOST important when determining the frequency of
inspections of surfacing
Correct Answer: Type of surfacing and amount of use
Question 11.
When planning a playground for public use, the play equipment that is chosen must
Correct Answer: be appropriate for the age of intended users
Question 12.
A spring rocker with seat height of 26" is about to be installed adjacent to the side of a
fully enclosed bucket swing set. The minimum distance required between the swing set
and the rocker is
Correct Answer: 108" or 9'
13. The Site History File for a playground should contains -✓✓a comprehensive
inventory of all equipment, a parts list, maintenance, and inspection
recommendations
Question 13.
What is the minimum use zone between a stand-alone climber and a standing-
rocking/springing playground piece
Correct Answer: 156" or 13'
Question 14.
The _____ of each play structure shall provide clear and concise inspection instructions
Correct Answer: Manufacturer
Question 15.
Heights of guardrails and protective barriers are determined by which of the following
characteristics of children
Inspector Success Guide UPDATED ACTUAL Exam Questions
and CORRECT Answers (Verified) | A+ | 100% Correct Questions
and Answers
Question 1.
1.To be compliant with ASTM 1487, a designer or manufacturer of playground
equipment should
Correct Answer: provide buyers with a parts list for the playground
Question 2.
The fish or wedge probe is used to determine whether or not a hazard exists on
Correct Answer: a partially bounded opening
Question 3.
Which of the following is correct regarding the impact-attenuation of surfacing material
Correct Answer: Critical height must equal or exceed fall height
Question 4.
When evaluating the structural integrity of a support structure for a swing that appears
to be failing, a CPSI should
Correct Answer: hire a licensed professional engineer to certify the integrity
of the equipment
Question 5.
Manufacturers of playground equipment must: provide the manufacturer's identification
of the equipment
Correct Answer:
Question 6.
The majority of injuries associated with playground equipment result from
Correct Answer: falls to the surface on which the equipment was located
Question 7.
An opening may present a common crush or shear hazard only if it
Correct Answer: grabs the 5/8" (16mm) dowel
, Question 8.
The criteria for unitary surface materials includes meeting requirements of
Correct Answer: ASTM F1292 and F1487
Question 9.
Regarding playground safety signage, which of the following is correct
Correct Answer: Signage may not prevent accidents but may reduce liability
Question 10.
Which of the following factors is MOST important when determining the frequency of
inspections of surfacing
Correct Answer: Type of surfacing and amount of use
Question 11.
When planning a playground for public use, the play equipment that is chosen must
Correct Answer: be appropriate for the age of intended users
Question 12.
A spring rocker with seat height of 26" is about to be installed adjacent to the side of a
fully enclosed bucket swing set. The minimum distance required between the swing set
and the rocker is
Correct Answer: 108" or 9'
13. The Site History File for a playground should contains -✓✓a comprehensive
inventory of all equipment, a parts list, maintenance, and inspection
recommendations
Question 13.
What is the minimum use zone between a stand-alone climber and a standing-
rocking/springing playground piece
Correct Answer: 156" or 13'
Question 14.
The _____ of each play structure shall provide clear and concise inspection instructions
Correct Answer: Manufacturer
Question 15.
Heights of guardrails and protective barriers are determined by which of the following
characteristics of children
