Playground Inspector Certification Course
**NEW Participants needing to achieve the Canadian Certified Playground Inspector (CCPI) status can now take the Online Theory course and exam and a Practical Online/Webcast course.
Find online course details here!
Professional staff who are responsible for playground equipment have an incredibly important job. They are helping ensure the safety of toddlers, children and youth across this country and in local neighbourhoods.
If you are one of these dedicated staff, you – and your employer – can be confident in taking on this role by having up-to-date theoretical and practical knowledge about playground safety and by confirming this knowledge through the completion of the Playground Inspector Certification courses.
WE’RE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE AN IN-PERSON OPPORTUNITY TO TAKE THIS COURSE COMING TO ATLANTIC CANADA
PLAYGROUND INSPECTOR BROCHURE
Course Details:
Date: October 24-27 (two days of theory and two days of practical)
Time: 8:30am – 4:30pm
Location: Future Inns Halifax Hotel & Conference Centre
30 Fairfax Drive, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3S 1P1
Cost:
CPSI Members
Theory and Practical Course – $525.00 +TAX EACH
Theory and Practical Exam – $75.00 +TAX EACH
Non-Members
Theory and Practical Course – $550.00 +TAX EACH
Theory and Practical Exam – $75.00 +TAX EACH
Theory Learning Outcomes:
1. understand the CAN/CSA Z614 Standards
2. identify hazards and equipment not in compliance with CSA Standards
3. understand inspection requirements and process
4. manage risk and reduce liability
Practical Learning Outcomes:
1. take into consideration factors that affect playground safety beyond the CSA Standards
2. evaluate existing play structures for compliance with the CSA standards
3. complete a written inspection report
4. provide recommendations for upgrading equipment to comply with the CSA standards with the
understanding of safety and cost implications
5. identify and implement an effective inspection and maintenance program
