The image shows a playground structure surrounded by yellow caution tape, indicating that it is closed or under inspection. The structure features green slides and climbing apparatus, set in a wooded area with trees partially framing the scene.
Dedicated to Safety

Meet The Playground Inspector

The Playground Inspector is a leading playground inspection company based in Sydney, committed to ensuring the utmost safety for playgrounds across New South Wales (NSW) and the Australian Capital Territory (ACT). Our mission is to safeguard children's play areas through rigorous and professional inspections that adhere to the highest Australian Standards.

With accreditation as Level 2 Operational Inspectors and a team equipped with advanced tertiary science qualifications, we bring unmatched expertise and precision to every inspection. We pride ourselves on offering unbiased evaluations, free from any affiliations with manufacturers, ensuring an objective focus on safety and compliance.

In the playground, the safety of children is dependent on several factors, three of which are:

• The integrity of the play equipment,

• The compliance of the surface under and around this equipment, and

• The supervision of the children using the play equipment.

At The Playground Inspector, we will provide you with feedback on the condition of your equipment and its compliance

with the current Australian Standards: AS 4685 and that your playground surface is performing adequately in

accordance with Australian Standard: AS 4422:2022 “Playground surfacing – Specifications, requirements and test

method”.

Our Testing Officers have tertiary science qualifications, are accredited as Level 2 Operational and Level 3

Comprehensive Inspectors, are certified to conduct surface impact testing.

We can also help you in developing an inspection and maintenance schedule for your playground facility.

Although we are Sydney based, our customers are located throughout NSW and ACT.

We carry public liability and professional indemnity insurances.

At The Playground Inspector, we will provide you with feedback on the condition of your equipment and its compliance with the Australian Standards: AS 4685 and that your playground surface is performing adequately in accordance with Australian Standards AS 4422/2022 "Playground surfacing - Specifications, requirements and test method".

Our Testing Officers are:

• Accredited as Level 3 Comprehensive Inspectors,

• Certified to conduct surface impact testing, and

• Have tertiary science qualifications.

We are Sydney based but our customer base is throughout NSW and ACT. We carry public liability and professional indemnity insurances.

The image features a modern playground with various climbing structures and a large slide. Children are actively engaging with the equipment, climbing and playing on different sections of the playground. The area is surrounded by green grass and tall trees, with a clear blue sky above, creating an inviting outdoor space for play.

With more that 20 years' experience in the playground industry, and 10 years' experience in playground auditing, we can offer a truly independent service with no affiliation with playground equipment suppliers nor surface installers.

As opposed to some other "independent" inspectors, we will not quote for the repairs replacement of equipment and and safety surfaces as we consider this business engagement as a conflict of interest.

The image features a modern playground, showcasing a bright blue and green climbing structure with a slide. There are various climbing features, including a curved climbing wall and a ladder. The playground is set on a bed of wood chips, surrounded by grassy areas and under a clear blue sky with a few clouds, creating a welcoming recreational space for children.

Mission, Vision & Values

Mission

It is our mission to check that playgrounds are safe for children and adults through audits, inspections and testing as recommended by the relevant Australian Standards.

Vision

Our vision is to provide a professional service in supporting playground owners to comply with regulations and ensure that certifications are up to date.

Values

The Playground Inspector is not affiliated with playground equipment suppliers and impact surfacing installers. We provide an independent evaluation of playgrounds, so that owners can plan, budget and maintain playgrounds to be safe for all users.