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.
- Supports emotional regulation through active play.
- Encourages creativity and problem solving in unstructured time.
- Develops social skills through games, turn taking, and sharing.
- Improves coordination, balance, and core strength.
Typical hazards & measures
- Playground design hazards (gaps, pinch points) — Check equipment spacing; pad or cover sharp edges; ensure adequate surfacing depth; conduct termly audits.
- First aid response delays — Keep staff first-aid trained; locate kits near playground; log all incidents; rehearse emergency drills.
- Sunburn and heat exhaustion — Apply sunscreen, encourage hats, provide hydration stations, and schedule shade breaks during peak sun hours.
- Weather hazards (heat, cold, rain, frost) — Check equipment temperature; postpone play in storms/ice; provide shaded areas; enforce appropriate seasonal clothing.
- 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.
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.