Keeping the Kids Safe: Conducting Proper Playground Safety Inspections
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March 12, 2025
Description:
Public playgrounds are a great addition to any community. They provide a place where children can exercise, challenge themselves, and most importantly, have fun. To keep the fun going, municipalities must ensure that their playgrounds remain safe and hazard free. If playgrounds are not maintained and inspected properly, the result could be disastrous. This is why proper playground inspections are so crucial to the well-being of the users and the community.
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
- Identify common hazards found on playgrounds
- Prioritize hazards
- Perform a proper playground inspection
- Understand the importance of documentation
Presenter:
Matt Ackerman joined Cities and Villages Mutual Insurance Company in October 2015 as a Loss Control Specialist Intern. In May 2016, after six months serving as an intern, Matt received the title of Safety & Risk Management Specialist. Matt earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Occupational Safety with an emphasis in Environmental Management from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. He is also a nationally certified playground safety inspector. Prior to joining CVMIC, Matt completed two different safety internships; Poblocki Sign Company and Springs Window Fashions, where he assisted with all safety-related activities.
