Routine Visual Inspection

Definition of Routine Visual Inspection Of Parks Facilities AS 4685.1:2021, 3.26

  “Inspection intended to identify obvious hazards that can result from normal use, vandalism, or weather conditions”.

Note to Entry 1: Typical hazards are broken parts or broken bottles.

AS 4685.0:2017, 8.5.3

• A visual inspection intended to identify obvious hazards that can result from wear and tear, vandalism or weather conditions.
• This inspection shall be carried out regularly.
• The inspection frequency should take into account local conditions, frequency of use and the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Playgrounds subject to heavy use or prone to vandalism may require daily inspection.
• Any potentially hazardous situation shall be reported immediately and/or rectified.

Routine visual inspection should include checking the following:

1. Debris in the playground that may be hazardous, such as broken glass, needles or animal/(human) fouling.
2. Loose-fill surfacing levels that are at inadequate levels.
3. Damage to unitary surfacing.
4. Equipment that is broken or missing as a result of use or vandalism.
5. Graffiti
6. The condition of ancillary items, such as barbecues, tables, rubbish bins, etc.
7. Dead or damaged overhanging branches that may potentially fall on the playground.