Playcraft Farm Sound Panel Insert R5, Руководство по установке

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Playground Equipment Maintenance Guidelines
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Inspection After Installation
The following inspection steps should be taken immediately following the installation of play equipment.
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Check to see that each concrete footing meets all specifications.
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Compare the “as-built" structure with the manufacture’s drawings and specifications to verify that the
installer did not deviate from the assembly and installation instructions.
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Make sure timber posts have been installed with the processed (incised ends down).
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Verify that all metal collars are correctly pinned and are firmly against the metal posts and that all
connectors and bolts are in place and secure.
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Make sure that all S-hooks are tightly closed.
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Check all metal parts for sharp edges or burrs created during the installation process and smooth as
required.
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Inspect all openings on play structure for potential entrapment hazard following U.S. CPSC
Guidelines (i.e., no openings between 3-1/2" and 9").
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Observe initial play patterns to identify and rectify any player traffic conflicts which I could lead to
future injury.
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Retain all documentation received with the equipment including installation instructions, drawings,
packing lists, bills of material, invoice, and order confirmation, in permanent record. These will be
required to receive future service from the factory.
Maintenance Overview
Training and Monitoring Staff
The following steps should be taken to ensure a quality maintenance program.
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Educate employees about the seriousness of playground safety.
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Use preprinted forms to ensure thoroughness of each inspection and to document your commitment
to playground safety.
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After each inspection review the completed forms. Check and confirm that each item that was NOT
checked "OK" was either fixed on the spot or that the problem was carefully documented for repair on
a Work Order.
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Establish firm policies concerning the time frame allowed for Work Order repairs to be completed
before requiring that play equipment be removed from service.
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Establish a method for reporting a hazardous condition and for quickly remedying the situation before
an accident can occur.
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Provide a method of documenting the cause of any injury accident. Keep a permanent record of all
playground injuries which have been reported.
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Develop a monitoring system to evaluate the equipment for misuse or unintended use.
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Investigate the frequency and nature of damage and/or vandalism and take corrective action.
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Provide periodic in-service training for all maintenance staff.
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Consider employing a knowledgeable independent expert to review the adequacy of the safety
inspections, documentation procedures and the overall maintenance program.
Scheduling Maintenance
The following periodic steps should be taken to maintain a quality maintenance program.
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Assign a maintenance person to regularly visit the site to clean and monitor and report any safety
problems, vandalism, or changes in the condition of the safety surfacing.
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Establish a schedule for periodic maintenance inspections. These detailed, systematic safety
inspections should occur at least monthly, weekly, or even twice-weekly depending on the amount of
usage. More frequent detailed inspections are appropriate at heavily used facilities and at peak
activity periods.
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Signage with clearly marked applicable playground rules of use should be posted. This signage
should also include a number and contact person for reporting any questions or concerns users may
have at the site.
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Assign someone with a personal knowledge of the activity patterns at the playground to determine
the most appropriate inspection frequency.