Playground Operator Duties

Your new playground equipment has been designed and constructed to minimize the risk of injury to users by reference to the relevant sections of playground standards: AS 4685:2014 and NZS 5828:2015 .

As the operator of the playground, it is your duty to assess, maintain and if necessary, improve your play area . This includes not only the playground equipment but also the site, natural features and built landscape . These areas are deemed to be part of the playground and as such should also be kept as hazard free as possible .

Please note: If a problem that may be considered unsafe for users is discovered during the course of inspections, the playground should be closed immediately and not used until repairs have been made .

If you are unsure about the safety of your playground, we recommend that you close the playground and seek advice from Goplay .

GENERAL USAGE GUIDELINES

• The playground is designed for use by children aged 3 – 12 years .

• Children must be supervised by an adult guardian or carer at all times .

• Users must not be allowed to climb on the outside of the play equipment or perimeter fence .

• Users must not use the equipment with bare feet

• Users are to slide feet first in a sitting position and exit the slide once they have stopped .

• All hard, sharp, loose or dangerous objects (such as buckles, studs, pins, necklaces and brooches) which may catch, cut or scratch the play equipment or other users should be removed before using the equipment for the prolonged life of all equipment and safety of all play equipment users .

- This can lead to friction burn or other injuries . - It also creates a hazard whereby children may access parts of the equipment (in particular slides) in the incorrect manner and/or direction resulting in injury to themselves or others .

GENERAL USAGE GUIDELINES

• The play equipment and play areas must be supervised at a level which allows all users to enjoy the experience without incidents resulting from misuse, overcrowding, rough play or bullying .

• Food or drink must not be consumed whilst using the play equipment or in the play area .

• Environmental conditions such as sun and rain may affect the usability of the equipment . In areas where the equipment may be exposed to excessive sun or rain, a shade sail or permanent cover is advisable .

• The installation of safety signage is recommended .

• Goplay is not liable for any injuries that have occurred from using the playground contrary to our recommendations .

Failure of playground operator to uphold these general usage guidelines will result in the relinquishment of Goplay’s liability.