CPSI Entrapment and Protrusion Hazard Testing Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Which ASTM F1487 dimension defines the lower boundary of the head entrapment zone?

Accepted Answer

3.5 inches

Answer

2.5 inches

Answer

4.5 inches

Answer

5.5 inches

Question 2

How many thread pitches beyond the nut is the maximum allowable protrusion for fasteners on playground equipment?

Accepted Answer

2 thread pitches

Answer

1 thread pitch

Answer

3 thread pitches

Answer

5 thread pitches

Question 3

What testing device is used to check for head entrapment openings on playground equipment?

Accepted Answer

A 3.5-inch and 9-inch probe or go/no-go gauge

Answer

A standard 12-inch ruler

Answer

A digital caliper measuring to 0.001 inches

Answer

A tape measure

Question 4

What is the finger entrapment zone for playground equipment openings?

Accepted Answer

Between 3/8 inch and 1 inch

Answer

Less than 1/4 inch

Answer

Between 1 inch and 2 inches

Answer

Greater than 2 inches

Question 5

What is the torso entrapment zone as defined in ASTM F1487?

Accepted Answer

9 to 18 inches

Answer

3.5 to 9 inches

Answer

18 to 24 inches

Answer

24 to 36 inches

Question 6

In playground entrapment hazard testing, what does it mean if a 3.5-inch probe passes through an opening but a 9-inch probe does not?

Accepted Answer

The opening is in the prohibited head entrapment zone and is a hazardous condition

Answer

The opening is safe because it is between 3.5 and 9 inches

Answer

Additional testing with a 6-inch probe is required

Answer

The opening only needs to be checked for torso entrapment