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PlayInspect App
Smarter Inspections. Safer Playgrounds. Total Control.
PlayInspect revolutionises the way playgrounds are inspected and managed. Whether you're a council, school, ECE provider, or facilities team, PlayInspect empowers you to conduct inspections, manage risks, and maintain compliance — all from your phone, tablet, or desktop.
Simplify Playground Safety Management with PlayInspect
With PlayInspect, playground safety has never been easier to manage. Empower your team to conduct playground inspections, manage risks, and action tasks anytime, anywhere using your phone, tablet, or computer.
With flexible subscription options and unlimited user access, PlayInspect makes playground management easy — no matter the size of your team.
Key Benefits
✅ All-in-One Playground Inspection App
Conduct Routine and Operational inspections, capture findings, and generate detailed reports anytime, anywhere.
✅ Customisable Level 2 Reports
Easily create professional inspection reports with templates tailored to your organisation’s needs.
✅ Extensive Response Library
A searchable database of playground issues and findings, expertly refined from over 10 years of certified NZS5828/EN1176 inspection research and field experience.
✅ Effortless Operational Workflow
Automate task creation with priority triggers, and manage issues with built-in escalation rules and real-time notifications to keep your team informed and accountable.
✅ Clever Compliance Calculators
Access Playsafe’s full suite of NZS5828 calculators directly within PlayInspect to quickly assess falling space, impact areas, and swing compliance requirements.
✅ Live, Customisable Dashboard
Monitor inspections, risks, and compliance status in real time. Configure the dashboard to highlight the metrics that matter most to you.
✅ User-Friendly Interface
Designed for ease of use on any device. Capture photos, annotate findings, and manage reports effortlessly, whether on-site or from your desk.
✅ NZS5828/EN1176 Compliance
Routine and Operational Inspection framework to NZS5828 and EN1176 Playground Equipment & Surfacing Standards.
Tailored to Your Needs
We understand that every team operates differently. That's why we offer fully customisable Routine and Operational Play Inspection templates tailored specifically for your team's needs. We will work closely with you during the setup process, ensuring the templates reflect your required workflows. Plus, we provide ongoing customisation, training and support, making sure your team is confident and up-to-date with all the app’s features.
Whether you're a manufacturer, supplier, or designer, Playsafe is here to help you bring compliant, high-quality play products to market with confidence.
Seamless Integration with Your Team
With unlimited users and data storage, PlayInspect ensures that your entire operational and management team can easily collaborate on inspections, reports, and safety management.
The web-based interface means that whether someone is on-site or in the office, they have access to the most up-to-date information. And with cloud-based storage, you never have to worry about losing important data—it’s all securely stored and easily accessible from any device.
Tech Specs
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Platform — A custom software and app solution by Playsafe, built on the trusted SafetyCulture platform.
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Web-Based Interface — Access from any device, anywhere (desktop, tablet, or phone)
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Cloud-Based Storage — Secure and unlimited storage with real-time syncing across devices
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Device Compatibility — Works on iOS, Android, and desktop devices for total team flexibility
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Unlimited Users — Scale effortlessly with no restrictions on user numbers
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Image Capture & Annotation — Take and annotate images directly in the app for clearer reporting
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Customisable Inspection Reports — Tailor report templates to meet your organisation’s unique requirements
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Customisable Dashboard — Track trends, risks, and compliance with metrics that matter to you
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Activity Logs — Full audit trail of inspection activities and updates across your organisation
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SSO Authentication — Supports Single Sign-On via SAML 2.0 for enterprise security
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Compliance Ready — Data capture, management, and retention aligns with:
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Privacy Act 2020
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Public Records Act 2005
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Archives New Zealand Guidelines
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Contract and Commercial Law (Electronic Transactions) Regulations 2017
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Why choose PlayInspect
PlayInspect is the smart, simple solution for managing playground safety and compliance. Built for Facilities Teams, Inspectors, and Playground Managers, PlayInspect makes inspections faster, reporting easier, and compliance management seamless — all in one easy-to-use app.
Let’s Get You Started
To provide an accurate pricing proposal, please confirm the number of users (seats) you anticipate requiring each month, as well as an estimate of your team’s monthly inspection volume.
We’re excited to help enhance your playground safety management with Playsafe. Simply let us know your requirements, and we’ll ensure a seamless and tailored onboarding experience including training for your team.
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What is a Certified Level 3 Playground Inspection?A Level 3 inspection is the most comprehensive audit available, conducted by an RPII-certified inspector. It assesses compliance with NZS5828:2015/EN1176, identifies safety risks, and provides actionable recommendations.
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Who needs a Level 3 inspection?Schools, early childhood centres, councils, and anyone responsible for playground safety should schedule regular Level 3 audits to ensure legal and ethical responsibilities are met.
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How often should I get a Level 3 inspection?The NZS5828 standard recommends an annual Level 3 inspection to maintain compliance and identify issues such as wear and tear, environmental changes, or structural concerns. In practice, we advise Schools and Councils to schedule comprehensive inspections annually, while Early Childhood Education (ECE) centres may consider a 2-yearly inspection cycle.
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What does the inspection cover?Our 10-point audit includes structural integrity, entrapment risks, fall zones, surfacing, maintenance issues, material condition, and full compliance with NZS5828:2015.
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What qualifications do your inspectors have?All inspections are carried out by RPII Level 3 Certified Playground Inspectors — the highest internationally recognised certification for play safety auditing.
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What do I receive after the inspection?You’ll get a digital report with risk ratings, recommendations, compliance details, photos, a Certificate of Inspection, and an audit label for your site.
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Is this service recognised by the Ministry of Education or ERO?Yes. Our inspection service is recommended by both the Ministry of Education and the Education Review Office (ERO), and is widely used across New Zealand by Local Govt, Early Childhood and Indoor Commercial entities.
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Is the inspection impartial?Absolutely. Playsafe provides unbiased, third-party evaluations. We are independent of all suppliers and manufacturers and do not sell equipment, so our advice is always in your best interest.
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How long does an inspection take?Most inspections take 1–2 hours on site, depending on the size and complexity of the playground. The final report is typically delivered within 5 working days.
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What if my playground doesn’t pass the inspection?Don’t worry — our reports include practical guidance to bring your playground up to standard, whether that’s through repairs, replacements, or surface improvements.
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Are your inspectors vetted and insured?Yes. All Playsafe inspectors are police-vetted, professionally trained, and covered by public liability and professional indemnity insurance.
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Can you inspect multiple sites or centres?Yes, we offer inspections for multi-site providers, trusts, and councils. Group discounts and consolidated reporting are available.