CPSI Exam Prep 193 Questions with Verified Answers
Circular use zone where swing motion occurs cannot overlap to a distance of________________. -
... [Show More] CORRECT ANSWER Y + 72"
(y = vertical distance from the top of sitting surface to pivot point)
The front and rear use zone where swing motion occurs cannot overlap for a distance of ______ to both the front and the rear. - CORRECT ANSWER 2x
x = the vertical distance from the protective surface to the pivot point of the swing.
What is the handhold length of a seated rocking equipment ? - CORRECT ANSWER min. length 3"
Wheelchair accessible platform:
The openings in platform, and between edge and railing may not exceed ______" horizontal opening - CORRECT ANSWER 1/2" (0.5")
What is the minimum side use zone for a rotating swing support structure? - CORRECT ANSWER 72"
Comprehensive program of playground safety includes.... - CORRECT ANSWER - audits
-inspections
-maintenance
What does the middle projection gauge measure? - CORRECT ANSWER projection entering brain thru eye socket
What does the large projection gauge measure? - CORRECT ANSWER soft tissue damage such as bruise or ruptured organs in abdominal area
What is the max height of a balance beam? - CORRECT ANSWER 12" max hgt for 2-5 yo
16" max hgt for 5-12 yo
What is min overlap use zone for To-Fro Swing support structure? - CORRECT ANSWER 72"
What is the dowel size of the crush/shear test probe on Merry - Go - Rounds? - CORRECT ANSWER 0.30" (5/16")
Entanglement hazards:
If connecting devices that have in-fill such as plastic or cable that completely fills the interior space of both loops preventing entry items of clothing, is this exempt? - CORRECT ANSWER YES
What is the minimum footrest length of a seated spring rocking equipment? - CORRECT ANSWER 3 1/2"
What is the dowel size of crush / sheer hazards with movement? - CORRECT ANSWER 0.62" (5/8")
Partially Bound Openings:
The template is considered fully inserted if it goes below the top of the opening more than ____" - CORRECT ANSWER 3/4" (0.75")
What is the minimum diameter of hand gripping components? - CORRECT ANSWER 0.95"
What is the dowel diameter for roller slides? - CORRECT ANSWER 0.19" (3/16")
What is the minimum diameter of handrails? - CORRECT ANSWER 0.95"
What is the diameter of a medium dowel? - CORRECT ANSWER .30" (5/16")
What is the distance from the platform to the sliding pole? - CORRECT ANSWER 18"-20"
Stepping forms must be stationary when they are ________________ - CORRECT ANSWER >30"
What is the distance between stepping platforms? - CORRECT ANSWER PS 12" max
SA 18" max
What are track ride platform dimensions (when used)? - CORRECT ANSWER Min depth 36"
Min width 32"
Max platform hgt 36" for SA users
Upper body equipment can be used by children ___ and up - CORRECT ANSWER 4
What is the handrail (stair) height for PS age children? - CORRECT ANSWER 22"-26"
How many swings per bay? - CORRECT ANSWER 2
What is a swing splay? - CORRECT ANSWER Hangers on swings
What is the min. distance between swing splays? - CORRECT ANSWER 20"
Define Guardrail - CORRECT ANSWER designed to prevent an inadvertent fall thru opening
Define Barrier - CORRECT ANSWER designed to prevent access and egress thru the opening
What conditions do you identify in an audit? - CORRECT ANSWER Non - Compliant and/or Compliant
What is the handgrip to surface clearance for a track ride? - CORRECT ANSWER 64" min - 78" max
What is the minimum hgt of the upper guardrail for children 5-12 yo? - CORRECT ANSWER 38"
What is the fall height of a sliding pole? - CORRECT ANSWER 60" below the highest portion of the pole to protective surface
What is it called if the head probe will not fit thru opening? - CORRECT ANSWER Head Entrapment
What is the minimum diameter of rungs on a rigid climbing apparatus? - CORRECT ANSWER 0.95"
Completely Bounded Non - Rigid Openings
How many pounds of force to push thru an opening? - CORRECT ANSWER 50#
Projections that have potential to injure users is identified by ATSM as ___________________________? - CORRECT ANSWER Protrusions
What is the max diameter of a handgrip component? - CORRECT ANSWER 1.55"
What is the max diameter of a handrail? - CORRECT ANSWER 1.55"
What is the max diameter of rungs on a rigid climbing apparatus? - CORRECT ANSWER 1.55"
What is the maximum hgt of the lower guardrail for children 5-12 yo? - CORRECT ANSWER 28"
What is the minimum hgt of the upper guardrail for children 2-5 yo? - CORRECT ANSWER 29"
What is the maximum ramp slope for access/egress? - CORRECT ANSWER 1:12
What equipment was the 1st to be removed for safety reasons? - CORRECT ANSWER Giant Stride
What does the small projection gauge measure? - CORRECT ANSWER Thickness of a child's skull at the temple region
Wheelchair - What is the maximum ramp run with a landing? - CORRECT ANSWER 144"
What is the use zone for stationary equipment? - CORRECT ANSWER 72" min all directions from equipment perimeter
What is the minimum insertion depth of a torso probe? - CORRECT ANSWER 4"
What is the minimum hgt of an upper rail on a barrier for children 5-12 yo? - CORRECT ANSWER 38"
Wheelchair - What is the minimum width of an elevated accessible route? - CORRECT ANSWER 36"
Historical Perspective - International Voluntary ____________ - CORRECT ANSWER Standard
What is ATSM F1292? - CORRECT ANSWER Method to Test Impact Attenuation of Safety Surfacing
What is the fall height of a seesaw? - CORRECT ANSWER Maximum height of any part to the protective surfacing
Wheelchair - What is the minimum diameter of the landing? - CORRECT ANSWER 60"
Stepping forms for PS age children must be ____________________. - CORRECT ANSWER Stationary
What is the max seat hgt of a seesaw? - CORRECT ANSWER 60"
What is the min. use zone for a track ride? - CORRECT ANSWER 72"
What is ATSM F2223? - CORRECT ANSWER Guide for ATSM Stds on playground surfacing
What is the max roller height for log rolls? - CORRECT ANSWER 18"
What is ATSM F2049? - CORRECT ANSWER Standard for fencing / barriers for playgrounds
What is ATSM F1918? - CORRECT ANSWER Contained play systems
Law in US - Playground Safety criteria as legal _____ _____ ______in court. - CORRECT ANSWER Standard of Care
Define ASTM - CORRECT ANSWER Its purpose to reduce life threatening and debilitating injuries
Guardrails and Barriers on Wheelchair Accs. Ramps
- Guardrail and barrier must come within _____" of the platform surface or have _______. - CORRECT ANSWER 1" OR 2" raised curb
#4 Cause of Death - CORRECT ANSWER Impact
The common cause of injury is caused by ___________. - CORRECT ANSWER Impact 11%
8% by stationary
3% moving equip.
Designed play surfaces
- A flat surface ______ and less than ______ from the horizontal. - CORRECT ANSWER 2" x 2" , 30 deg.
What is the fall hgt of a spring rocker? - CORRECT ANSWER At the seat or designated play (whichever is higher) to fall material
Head entrapment dimensions are based on __________ - CORRECT ANSWER 5th % of a 2 yo
There must be no obstructions within ____" above designated playing surface. - CORRECT ANSWER 84"
What is the slide use zone (side and rear)? - CORRECT ANSWER 72" and can overlap
What is the fall hgt of slides? - CORRECT ANSWER Hgt of platform to fall material
Wheelchair - What is the transfer platform height? - CORRECT ANSWER 11" - 18"
Can rotating equipment <20" have use zones that overlap? >20" overlap? - CORRECT ANSWER < 20" no overlap
> 20" use zone may overlap
A projection is not an entanglement hazard UNLESS what 4 conditions are present... - CORRECT ANSWER 1. projection must fit w/in a gauge
2. projection must be above horizontal plane
3. must have a perpendicular side
4. must extend greater > .12" from surface
What is the max hgt of elevated structures (without barriers) for children 5-12 yo? - CORRECT ANSWER 48"
What is the stepping form height? - CORRECT ANSWER < 20" 2-5 yo
>30" 5-12 yo
Exit of slide is_______ degrees below horizontal - CORRECT ANSWER ≤4
What is the interior fall height diameter or a 3D climbing net? - CORRECT ANSWER 18" 2-5 yo
20" 5-12 yo
What is the function of play equipment?
(it helps child develop....) - CORRECT ANSWER -physically
-intellectually
-socially
-emotionally
What is the distance of the adjacent tract ride (center of grasp to center of grasp)? - CORRECT ANSWER 48" (4 ft)
What is the common cause of injury and percentage? - CORRECT ANSWER Falls, 79%
What is the #1 major cause of death? - CORRECT ANSWER Entanglement
What is the minimum use zone of the slide exit region? - CORRECT ANSWER 72"
What is the distance of the roof to fall material? - CORRECT ANSWER 84"
Surfacing is not required on embankment slides except at the exit area if the bedway is less than ___" above the embankment. - CORRECT ANSWER 12"
What is the gauge size for vertical projection in entanglement hazards? - CORRECT ANSWER 0.12"
What is the max distance between stepping platforms? - CORRECT ANSWER 12" 2-5 yo
18" 5-12 yo
What is the minimum hgt of an upper rail on a barrier for children 2-5 yo? - CORRECT ANSWER 29"
How many bolt threads are exposed to be considered a protrusion? - CORRECT ANSWER 2 or more
Feet first entry could result in a death; this hazard is considered a _____ _____ _____? - CORRECT ANSWER Priority One Hazard
What do you check an S Hook gap with? - CORRECT ANSWER Feeler Gauge
What is a low frequency inspection? - CORRECT ANSWER Seasonal; in depth. Focus on preventative maintenance
What is ASTM F1487? Range of user - CORRECT ANSWER 5% 2 yo to 95% 12 yo
What is the clearance from under the swing seats? - CORRECT ANSWER 12" min for weighted open seat
24" min for enclosed seat
What is the Multi Axis Swing seat Clearance? - CORRECT ANSWER 12"
What is the distance of the first handheld on upper body equipment when access is by rungs? - CORRECT ANSWER 8"-10"
What is the size of a crush/sheer test probe for roller slides - CORRECT ANSWER 0.19" (3/16")
Children with mobility impairments need to be able to_______, ________, __________. - CORRECT ANSWER Approach, Enter, and Use
What are use zone characteristics? - CORRECT ANSWER Must meet ASTM F1292, F1487 and ADA 2010 Route of travel
What is swing peak acceleration? - CORRECT ANSWER 100 g and HIC score of 500 or less
What is the minimum hgt of elevated structures with guardrails for children 2-5 yo? - CORRECT ANSWER 20"
What is the length of the chain on an overhead ring; it must not exceed _____? - CORRECT ANSWER 7"
The overall length of an overhead ring must not exceed _______? - CORRECT ANSWER 15"
What is the max diameter of a sliding pole? - CORRECT ANSWER 1.90"
ASTM materials must have a record of _______ - CORRECT ANSWER durability
What is the minimum interior diameter of a tube slide? - CORRECT ANSWER 23"
What is the clearance zone above the slide bedway for the entire length of the slide - CORRECT ANSWER 60"
Overlap of Use Zones
-If either structures are over 30" in height, what is minimum overlap? - CORRECT ANSWER 108" (9 ft)
Define probabilility - CORRECT ANSWER What the probability of a child might have an accident as a result of an exposure?
What is the clearance zone for a spiral slide? - CORRECT ANSWER 21" on outside of the spiral only
What is ASTM F1292 HIC benchmark? - CORRECT ANSWER 1000 Gs
What is the seat clearance for a combo swing? - CORRECT ANSWER 12" min
What is the clearance zone for a combo swing? - CORRECT ANSWER 30" min between structure and suspended element
What is the exit use zone of slides? - CORRECT ANSWER 72" min - 96" max , no overlap
(hgt of slide @ platform is the use exit zone)
nothing < 96"
What is the maximum hgt of an elevated structure without barriers for children 2-5 yo? - CORRECT ANSWER 30"
What is the minimum use zone for sitting, rocking or springing equipment? - CORRECT ANSWER 72"
What is the minimum non overlap use zone for rotating equipment > 20" diameter? - CORRECT ANSWER 72"
What is the function of inspections and maintenance? - CORRECT ANSWER Safety - ensure safety of users
Function - keep equipment operational
Aesthetics - clean, attractive, and sanitary
What is the distance between rungs on horizontal ladders? - CORRECT ANSWER PS (2-5 yo) min 9"-12" max
SA (5-12 yo) min 9" -15" max
What is the thickness of the torso probe? - CORRECT ANSWER 3.5"
Adopt a playground safety policy approved by the_____ _______. - CORRECT ANSWER Governing board
What is the minimum non overlap use zone for standing/ rocking equipment? - CORRECT ANSWER 84" (7 ft)
What is the max height for horizontal ladders? - CORRECT ANSWER 60" (2-5 yo)
84" (5-12 yo)
54" wheelchair
Except where means of ascent and descent have a top guardrail, the max opening for most play components must be no greater than ________"? - CORRECT ANSWER 15"
What is the use zone for a standing/ rocking/ springing equipment? - CORRECT ANSWER 84"
What size is the vertical projection gauge? - CORRECT ANSWER .12" (1/8")
Equipment painted before ______ should be checked. - CORRECT ANSWER 1978
What is the head probe diameter? - CORRECT ANSWER 9"
What is a high frequency inspection? - CORRECT ANSWER Custodial; identifies change. Focuses on routine maintenance
On completely bounded ridge openings, check all openings between _______; not all gaps are hazards. - CORRECT ANSWER 3 1/2" - 9"
What is the max guardrail height on a lower rail for children 2-5 yo? - CORRECT ANSWER 23"
What is the single axis side clearance for a swing? - CORRECT ANSWER 30" min from frame
24" min from adjacent swing chain
What is the distance is the first handheld on upper body equipment from the leading edge of a platform? - CORRECT ANSWER 0"-10"
The sliding pole must exit how many inches above the platform? - CORRECT ANSWER 60"
What is the fall height of a balance beam? - CORRECT ANSWER Distance between the top of the walking surface to fall material.
What is G Max? - CORRECT ANSWER Max acceleration of a head during impact
What is the max height of elevated structures without guardrails for children 5-12 yo? - CORRECT ANSWER 30"
CPSI Course Objective
-ID safety hazards
-Rank hazard according to _______
-Apply knowledge to comprehensive safety program - CORRECT ANSWER Injury Potential
What is critical height? - CORRECT ANSWER The max height in full for a surfacing system that, when tested in accordance with ASTM F1292, no value shall exceed 200 g-max or 1000 HIC
What is HIC stand for? - CORRECT ANSWER Head Injury Criteria
(measures of impact severity that combines both time and energy of impact)
What are 3 Hazard Priority Levels? - CORRECT ANSWER Possibility, Probability, and Consequences
What is the reduced min gradient of a slide exit? - CORRECT ANSWER 11"
What is the minimum diameter of a stepping form? - CORRECT ANSWER 10"
What is the diameter of a large dowel? - CORRECT ANSWER .62" (5/8")
Not permitted suspended hazards:
Free swinging rope, chains etc attached at 1 end and more than ________. - CORRECT ANSWER 7"
Permitted Suspended Hazards:
Rope, cable or chain should not be able to be looped back on themselves to create a circle with a _______" or greater perimeter. - CORRECT ANSWER 5"
What is F2075? - CORRECT ANSWER Engineered Wood Fiber Safety
What is ATSM F1148? - CORRECT ANSWER Residential Play Equipment
What is the handrail height between____ inches from ea step. - CORRECT ANSWER 22"-38"
What is the dimensions of the width of a slide bed? - CORRECT ANSWER 12" min 2-5 yo
16" min 5-12 yo
What is the dimensions of the slide exit to surfacing material? - CORRECT ANSWER 0"-11" <48"
7"-15" >48"
What is the max use zone for the slide exit region? - CORRECT ANSWER 96" (8 ft)
An access component is required between adjacent platforms when height difference is .....
> ______ for PS children , > _________ for SA - CORRECT ANSWER >12" PS , >18" SA
What is the #2 cause of death? - CORRECT ANSWER Falls
What is the #3 cause of death? - CORRECT ANSWER Head and neck entrapment
What factors contribute to playground injuries? - CORRECT ANSWER -Improper use/poor supervision
-Poor maintenance
-Inappropriate design
-Installation Errors
-Site Planning Issues
What is the handrail (stair) height for 5-12 yo? - CORRECT ANSWER 22"-38"
What is the fall height of swings? - CORRECT ANSWER Pivot point to fall material
Critical height of protective surfacing must ______fall height of equipment. - CORRECT ANSWER equal or exceed
Suspended Projection Swings:
If a projection hazard passes thru the face of the gauge, it is considered a _______. - CORRECT ANSWER Protrusion hazard
What is a consequence? - CORRECT ANSWER The most likely level of an injury to be the consequence of the accident.
Overlap of Use Zones
-If both structures are 30" or less in height, what is minimum overlap? - CORRECT ANSWER 72" (6 ft)
What is the max opening for an S-Hook? - CORRECT ANSWER 0.04" (dime width)
Compound Projections
If any part of the projection extends beyond the face of the three gauges, the test indicated that the projection is a _______. - CORRECT ANSWER Protrusion Hazard
What is the dimension of a slide sidewall? - CORRECT ANSWER ≥ 4" tall
On a slide, the bedway slope is not to exceed ______ degrees? - CORRECT ANSWER 30 degrees ave, 50 degrees max
The slide transition area (platform), must be at least ___"? - CORRECT ANSWER 14"
What is ATSM F1951? - CORRECT ANSWER Wheelchair Accessibility Test
Define Possibility - CORRECT ANSWER Likelihood the users would come in contact with hazard
What is the minimum clearance on a Merry - Go -Round (bottom to fall material)? - CORRECT ANSWER 9"
What is the height of hand supports on a stepping form? - CORRECT ANSWER 22"-38" above stepping surface
What is ASTM F1292 GMax Threshold? - CORRECT ANSWER 200 Gs
What is the seat height of a spring rocking equipment? - CORRECT ANSWER Min 14" PS - 28" max SA
What is the maximum platform height for a merry go round? - CORRECT ANSWER 14" PS, 18" SA
What are the 2 safety zones for slides? - CORRECT ANSWER Non entanglement and clearance
What is ASTM 1487? - CORRECT ANSWER The cause of injury and fatality specifically identified by CPSC
What does the washer-like projection gauge measure? - CORRECT ANSWER protrusions on suspended components such as swings
Partially Bound Opening:
If the "B" portion of the probe can be fully inserted in the partially bounded opening, the opening is _______. - CORRECT ANSWER a neck entrapment hazard.
Determine a ___ ____ ____ for all non-compliant conditions based on predictable results (possibility, probability, consequences.). - CORRECT ANSWER Hazard Priority Rating
Once all playground hazards identified in the audit have been brought into compliance, your playground has attained its _______ _____ ______. - CORRECT ANSWER Standard of Care
What is the primary factor affecting inspection frequency? - CORRECT ANSWER Extent of use
What is the early play-related organization? - CORRECT ANSWER PAL-Police Athletic League
PRAA-Park Rec Athletic Assoc
NRA-National Rec Assoc
What is the ages of children injured? - CORRECT ANSWER 2-4 yo = 27%
5-9 yo = 56%
Make up 83% of injuries
Site must be_________to prevent problems. - CORRECT ANSWER Well drained
A step on a stairway that is ____ above the underlying surfacing must have a protective barrier instead of a handrail. - CORRECT ANSWER 48"
CPSC recommends that climbers should not have climbing bars or other rigid structural components in the interior of the climber onto which a child could fall from a hgt greater than_____ inches. - CORRECT ANSWER 18"
What is the clearance zone in all directions horizontally for a multiple axis swing? - CORRECT ANSWER Y+30
(y = vertical distance from pivot pt to top of seat)
Define Impact Attenuation - CORRECT ANSWER The ability of a surface to reduce and dissipate the energy of a falling body.
What is the fall hgt of 3D climbing nets? - CORRECT ANSWER Highest distance of either the interior or exterior fall height
(min fall hgt for structures >72" high is 72")
What is the use zone for functionality linked stepping forms? - CORRECT ANSWER 72"
What is the use zone for a Merry-Go-Round? - CORRECT ANSWER 12' [Show Less]