CPSI Core Knowledge Areas Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

What organization administers the Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) certification program?

Accepted Answer

National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA)

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ASTM International

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CPSC

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American Society of Civil Engineers

Question 2

How often must a CPSI recertify to maintain their certification?

Accepted Answer

Every 3 years

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Every year

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Every 2 years

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Every 5 years

Question 3

How many Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are required for CPSI recertification?

Accepted Answer

10 CEUs

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5 CEUs

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8 CEUs

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15 CEUs

Question 4

What is the primary reference document that CPSI candidates should study, which is published by the CPSC?

Accepted Answer

CPSC Handbook for Public Playground Safety (Publication 325)

Answer

ASTM F1487 standard document

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NRPA Annual Playground Report

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Federal Register playground regulations

Question 5

A CPSI is primarily responsible for which of the following on a playground?

Accepted Answer

Inspecting playgrounds for compliance with safety standards and documenting hazards

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Designing and engineering new playground equipment

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Operating the playground and supervising children

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Selecting equipment vendors for procurement

Question 6

Which federal agency has regulatory authority over public playground safety?

Accepted Answer

Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

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Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

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Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

Answer

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)