This is a Partnership Training with Play Safe Institute Pty Ltd.
Shade sails are a critical safety feature in playgrounds, providing protection from UV exposure, extreme weather, and environmental hazards. However, improper installation, lack of maintenance, and non-compliance with safety standards can create hidden risks that lead to injuries, structural failures, and legal liabilities.
The Certified Playground Shade Sail Inspector Course is the industry-recognised training program designed to equip professionals with specialist skills in shade sail assessment, compliance, and risk management.
This course is ideal for:
✔️ Playground safety inspectors
✔️ Asset & facility managers
✔️ Local government officers
✔️ Shade sail installers & manufacturers
✔️ Engineers, consultants & risk assessors
Enrol Anytime:
Training start date set 2 weeks after order or as discussed otherwise. 8-14 weeks access. Please visit and enrol with Play Safe Institute Pty Ltd on https://www.playsafeinstitute.com/
Playground operators, supervisory, technical and maintenance personnel, risk assessor, design and safety officers, independent auditors, equipment manufacturers, landscape architects and designers, property developers, equipment installers, managers and owners of playground in public and private parks, schools, and early childhood and other recreation and leisure facilities.
Accordion Content
Certified Playground Safety Inspector Australia (CPSIA) courses were developed by Expert Auditor and Trainer Ms. Lynnel Crockart who previously delivered these courses with PlayRight Australia for 20 years.
Defined by Australian Standards (AS) 4685.0:2017 clause no. 8.5.4, this inspection is to be conducted on a regular, monthly or quarterly basis unless there are compelling reasons. This inspection is more detailed than routine visual – during the inspection the equipment’s stability, operation and examination for wear is inspected on top of routine visual inspection checks.
Some example checks conducted during operational inspections are (but not limited to):
In Australia, no occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to playground safety courses as of time of publication.
Clause 8.5.7 – AS 4685.0:2017 page 15
“Individuals performing tasks such as assessment, inspection, repair and maintenance of a playground shall be competent to perform the task that they are taking…
All playground inspections shall be performed by a competent person.
The post-installation and comprehensive inspections shall be performed by a person who has training and experience that enables them to perform a full conformity check to AS 4685 (series). Impact testing in accordance to AS 4422 requires the capability to operate specialized equipment and interpret the results. These inspections do not need to be carried out by the same person or organization.”
Clause 1.4.1 – AS 4422(Int):2022 page 1
“competent person person who has, through a combination of training, education and experience, acquired knowledge and skills enabling that person to correctly perform a specified task”
Our theory, practical and assessment components of the course include inspection of park facilities our content is focused on Standards for playground equipment and surfacing, in the 2 days of lectures we dedicate the most time to playground safety compliance to the Australian Standards (e.g., inspection probes, measurement points and fall zone calculations) rather than hygiene of facilities (e.g., cleaning toilets, BBQs).
If you have previously obtained the applicable inspection of park facilities units of competency from our previous company PlayRight Australia or other, you are not required to renew these units as they are on-going (unless there are changes made to the units).
Training and assessments delivered by Playground Safety Inspectors Australia is not delivered on behalf of an RTO.
This is a Partnership Training with Play Safe Institute Pty Ltd.
Shade sails are a critical safety feature in playgrounds, providing protection from UV exposure, extreme weather, and environmental hazards. However, improper installation, lack of maintenance, and non-compliance with safety standards can create hidden risks that lead to injuries, structural failures, and legal liabilities.
The Certified Playground Shade Sail Inspector Course is the industry-recognised training program designed to equip professionals with specialist skills in shade sail assessment, compliance, and risk management.
This course is ideal for:
✔️ Playground safety inspectors
✔️ Asset & facility managers
✔️ Local government officers
✔️ Shade sail installers & manufacturers
✔️ Engineers, consultants & risk assessors
Enrol Anytime:
Training start date set 2 weeks after order or as discussed otherwise. 8-14 weeks access. Please visit and enrol with Play Safe Institute Pty Ltd on https://www.playsafeinstitute.com/
Pay today via card or later by purchase order or invoice, participant enrolment form sent to email provided at checkout
Playground Safety Inspectors Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 63 631 848 729) is proudly Australia’s No. 1 premier provider of Certified Playground Safety Inspectors Training & Consultancy. Our mission & vision is to reduce pain and suffering, minimise serious and debilitating injuries on playgrounds and give every child the right to play & develop in a safe play environment.
Safety Community:
© Playground Safety Inspectors Australia Pty Ltd
Are you looking to streamline your team’s playground safety skills without the hassle of travel? Our Hosted Training Courses bring our certified trainers directly to your premises, ensuring a seamless learning experience tailored to your organisation’s needs.
KEY FEATURES
On-Site Training: Our certified trainer will conduct the courses at your premises.
Cost Savings: Hosting organisation will receive up to a 15% discount. Save on additional costs like travel and accommodation.
Flexible Practical Sessions: Practical training sessions are included and can be conducted at a playground nominated by your organisation, ensuring relevance to your specific environment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Minimum Registrations: Ensure a minimum of 10 participants for a hosted session. This can be from just your organisation or accumulated from inviting neighbouring councils etc. PSIA can assist with marketing should you require.
Training Room Requirements: Hosts must organise a training room that comfortably accommodates the number of participants. We can support classes of up to 30 participants or as the venue/room permits.
Trainer Availability: A list of available dates will be provided upon request for you to choose from, allowing flexibility to fit your organisation’s schedule.
Hosted training courses are an excellent way to enhance your team’s skills in a convenient and cost-effective manner. If you’re ready to elevate your playground safety expertise, let’s discuss your hosting options! Click here to enquire.
Handbook includes expert trainer profiles, introduction to playground safety and their Standards in Australia, full pricelists and explains the different delivery modes and assessments.
Instant email pdf/link. Email also includes a copy of all upcoming dates and locations.
We are the exclusive training partner with Parks & Leisure Australia (NSW/ACT), mention your member number upon checkout for 10% Member Benefits!
We cover Worldwide News, any updates to the Standards followed by a Q and A and group discussion session. Free to attend.
