CPSI EXAM SCRIPT FULL QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS GUARANTEED TO
PASS
●● The site history file for a playground should contain
Answer: comprehensive inventory of all equipment, a parts list,
maintenance and inspection recommendation
●● An opening may present a common crush or shear hazard only it
Answer: if it grabs the 5/8 (16mm) dowel
●● which of the following is true when using flexible components as
access to a platform
Answer: a means of hand support during transition to the platform must
be provided
●● A standard of care for playground equipment and surfacing is
achieved after
Answer: all non compliance identified have been remediated
●● which option is best when a piece of playground equipment must be
taken out of service for an extended period of time
, Answer: use heavy duty construction fencing in conjunction with
signage
●● which of the following would be BEST location for a new
playground
Answer: Well drained area
●● The following data are recorded during a saftey audit of a public
playground intended for users aged 2-5 with impact attenuating
surfacing:
A 96 inch (2440 mm) high free standing climber
A tot swing with a 120 inch high rail
A flexible climber attached to a composite structure at deck height
which of the following actions should the CPSI recommend in order to
bring the playground into compliance with ASTM 1487 and the CPSC
handbook
Answer: leave the climber alone, ,lower the tot swing to 96 inches insure
that the flexible climber is not the sole means of access and remove the
sliding pole
●● Before opening a new playground and allowing use by the public an
owner/operator should
Answer: Audit the playground and rectify any non-compliant issues
found
CORRECT ANSWERS GUARANTEED TO
PASS
●● The site history file for a playground should contain
Answer: comprehensive inventory of all equipment, a parts list,
maintenance and inspection recommendation
●● An opening may present a common crush or shear hazard only it
Answer: if it grabs the 5/8 (16mm) dowel
●● which of the following is true when using flexible components as
access to a platform
Answer: a means of hand support during transition to the platform must
be provided
●● A standard of care for playground equipment and surfacing is
achieved after
Answer: all non compliance identified have been remediated
●● which option is best when a piece of playground equipment must be
taken out of service for an extended period of time
, Answer: use heavy duty construction fencing in conjunction with
signage
●● which of the following would be BEST location for a new
playground
Answer: Well drained area
●● The following data are recorded during a saftey audit of a public
playground intended for users aged 2-5 with impact attenuating
surfacing:
A 96 inch (2440 mm) high free standing climber
A tot swing with a 120 inch high rail
A flexible climber attached to a composite structure at deck height
which of the following actions should the CPSI recommend in order to
bring the playground into compliance with ASTM 1487 and the CPSC
handbook
Answer: leave the climber alone, ,lower the tot swing to 96 inches insure
that the flexible climber is not the sole means of access and remove the
sliding pole
●● Before opening a new playground and allowing use by the public an
owner/operator should
Answer: Audit the playground and rectify any non-compliant issues
found
