CPSI Age Appropriateness and Play Area Separation Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

According to ASTM F1487, what is the maximum platform height for equipment designed for children ages 2-5?

Accepted Answer

32 inches

Answer

24 inches

Answer

48 inches

Answer

60 inches

Question 2

Which ASTM standard specifically governs playground equipment designed for children ages 6 to 23 months?

Accepted Answer

ASTM F2373

Answer

ASTM F1487

Answer

ASTM F3101

Answer

ASTM F1292

Question 3

What physical barrier or design method is recommended to separate 2-5 year age-group equipment from 5-12 year equipment?

Accepted Answer

A visible buffer zone or physical separation

Answer

A fence at least 4 feet tall

Answer

A 10-foot paved path

Answer

Warning signs only

Question 4

What is the maximum platform height permitted for equipment designed for children ages 5-12?

Accepted Answer

72 inches

Answer

48 inches

Answer

60 inches

Answer

84 inches

Question 5

When a playground is designed for 'composite age groups' (both 2-5 and 5-12), what precaution must be taken?

Accepted Answer

Equipment for each age group must be visually and physically separated

Answer

All equipment must meet the 2-5 age group standard

Answer

Only 5-12 standards apply since they are more restrictive

Answer

A CPSI must be on-site at all times

Question 6

For the 2-5 age group, what is the maximum rung spacing on a ladder?

Accepted Answer

9 inches

Answer

7 inches

Answer

11 inches

Answer

12 inches