On average, over 200,000 children a year require emergency room care due to a playground-related injury. Of these, public playgrounds account for 74% of injuries.
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At the League of Minnesota Cities, we frequently get asked where staff can go to get certified as a playground safety inspector. The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) offers the industry-leading certification program in playground safety, the Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) certification program. The CPSI certification program provides the most comprehensive and up-to-date training on playground safety issues including hazard identification, equipment specifications, surfacing requirements and risk management methods.
In-person options:
The Minnesota Recreation and Park Association (MRPA) offers
the NRPA Certified Playground Inspector Course and Exam at 2 Minnesota locations in Spring of 2022.
Online options:
If you don't see a course in your area, the NRPA offers virtual courses.
If you’re looking to hire a local CPSI to inspect your playground equipment, you can find a list in the CPSI registry.
Additional resources:
IPEMA International Playground Equipment ManufacturerAssociation
Submitted by: Julie Jelen, Loss Control Consultant
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