Playground Use Risk Assessment Template
Create a professional, comprehensive risk assessment for playground use in school & education settings. Tailor hazards and measures to your needs and download a professional PDF. Add your own branding.
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What this covers.
This template focuses on typical risks and controls for playground use in school & education settings. You can add, remove or adapt items to match your context.
Potential benefits
- Increases daily physical activity and fresh air exposure.
- Encourages creativity and problem solving in unstructured time.
- Improves coordination, balance, and core strength.
- Supports emotional regulation through active play.
- Develops social skills through games, turn taking, and sharing.
Typical hazards & measures
- Improper use of bikes, scooters, or balls — Designate areas for wheels and ball games; provide helmets and protective gear; enforce speed limits; supervise closely.
- Unsafe boundaries or fencing — Inspect fences and gates weekly; install child-proof latches; use clear boundaries and warning signs for unsafe zones.
- Contaminated or unsafe ground (glass, debris, soil sink-in) — Sweep and inspect surfacing daily; remove debris; assess for soil compaction or drainage issues; maintain surfacing integrity.
- Stranger danger near playground — Secure fencing, locked gates, and visitor protocols; train staff in safeguarding; teach students safe interaction rules.
- Entanglement in equipment — Remove drawstrings from clothing; inspect for gaps or hooks; keep moving parts shielded; enforce safe attire rules.
How to use this template
- Click Create Risk Assessment: Playground Use to begin immediately.
- Review suggested hazards and measures, then tailor as needed.
- Download your PDF. Create a free account if you want to save.
FAQ
Do I need an account to start?
You can begin filling out your risk assessment straight away. Create a free account if you want to save your work.
Can I download a PDF?
Yes - download a clean, professional PDF at the end.
Can I edit a saved assessment?
Yes, personal and unlimited members can edit saved assessments from the account dashboard.
