Playground Operational Inspection & Maintenance Training

Playground Operational Inspection & Maintenance Training

At: Myerscough College (Preston)

Fees: £505

Course Length:
2 Days

Please enquire for dates and times of this course

Course Syllabus

The course will cover the important aspects of BS EN 1176 Parts 1-7, looking at how it impacts our work in playgrounds and playground safety. With this particular session we are trying to provide guidance and understanding of how to apply the standard.

• Introduction to Safety
• The importance of play to children and child development
• Playground accidents, types, severity and reasons
• The legal framework for playgrounds and inspectors, negligence etc
• Statute Law applicable
• Types and hierarchy of inspections
• Risk Assessment
• Reporting and Paperwork
• Inspection of specific play items and surfacing
• Checking of maintenance and other playground actions taken
• Common faults with standard play items
• How to inspect, including approaches and ancillary items
• RPII examination and Practical Inspection

How To Apply or Enquire Please enquire about applying for this course to: The Short Course Unit, Myerscough College, Bilsborrow, Preston, Lancashire PR3 0RY
Telephone:01995 642255 Email:shortcourses@myerscough.ac.uk Special Education Needs and Disability - Short Courses Prospective students who have a disability that may affect their studies should inform the College as soon as possible. Regrettably the College does not receive funding for the provision of learning support for students with additional learning needs attending Short Courses, which are run on a full-cost basis. The College's Learning Support Service may be able to provide support but it is the responsibility of the student to meet the cost. For further details contact 01995 642222 ext 2045 (or email learningsupport@myerscough.ac.uk) with details of support requirements and the relevant course.

Please note that the information provided in this fact sheet was accurate at the date of publication. However, courses are continually being modified and information is therefore subject to change.