What is the Significance?

These seals, issued annually, provide comprehensive details including the inspector’s name, registration number, and type of qualification (Indoor, Outdoor, or Inflatable). They hold more than just a decorative function on the cover of a report.

These seals serve as tangible evidence that the individual conducting the facility inspection possesses the requisite qualifications. They are exclusively issued to RPII Annual Inspectors, aiding in distinguishing between various levels of qualification offered by the RPII.

Ensuring the correct qualification and level of expertise of the inspector who assesses your facility is of utmost importance, both for the welfare of the children utilising the facility and your peace of mind.

Why is the Seal of such Importance?

Play areas must be safe to provide reassurance to users, supervisors, and operators. Regular inspections are imperative to ascertain the safety and compliance of the facility with relevant British and European standards.

The specific standard that a facility must adhere to varies depending on its type. Annual Inspections are notably thorough, thus necessitating the selection of a qualified inspector. Conducting an Annual Inspection demands extensive knowledge and experience.

Outdoor and Indoor Annual Inspectors are also qualified to perform Post-Installation Inspections, which verify the safety of newly constructed facilities.

Routine and Operational Inspectors for outdoor equipment are not certified to conduct Annual Inspections.

Given that each inspector possesses specialisation in a particular type of inspection, it is essential to engage the appropriate inspector with the specific knowledge relevant to your inspection requirements.

If you have any reservations, remember…

To ascertain that you have selected the right professional for the task, request to see their seal and confirm its validity for the current year. The seal should be affixed to the front of an inspection report, and the inspector’s details can be verified online, where you can find comprehensive contact information for all Annual qualified inspectors.

Safety and Peace of Mind

To guarantee the safety of your facility, it is crucial to engage an inspector with the necessary qualifications. If you constructed the facility in accordance with the required safety standards, the most effective way to ensure its continued adherence to those standards and its suitability for use is through regular inspections conducted by professionals capable of identifying potential faults that may elude the untrained eye.