Independent Certification for New Installations
A Post-Installation Inspection is a critical step in ensuring that newly installed playground equipment is safe, compliant, and ready for public use. At NPGI, we provide independent inspections in line with EN 1176-1:2017 and EN 1176-7:2020, verifying that every element of your installation meets the required safety and quality standards.
What Is a Post-Installation Inspection?
This inspection is a comprehensive safety audit carried out immediately after installation and before the playground is opened to the public.
According to EN 1176-7, the purpose is to:
- Verify correct installation in line with manufacturer’s instructions and EN 1176 requirements.
- Assess the overall level of safety of the equipment, surfacing, and layout.
- Ensure that any modifications or site-specific adaptations do not compromise safety.
- Confirm that the installation is ready for public use.
Why It’s Essential?
Even with professional installers, post-installation inspections provide an objective, third-party verification of safety and compliance.
They help:
- Protect children and users from preventable hazards.
- Prevent liability in the event of injury or incident.
- Ensure the installation meets both legal and insurance obligations.
- Provide essential documentation for handover, warranties, and asset records.
Carried Out by Competent, Independent Inspectors
Our inspections are conducted by qualified experts who meet the EN standard definition of a “competent person” — trained, experienced, and impartial.
Your post-installation inspection includes:
- Review of installation documentation and site layout.
- Physical inspection of equipment, foundations, fixings, surfacing.
- Assessment of clearance spaces, fall zones, and surfacing compliance (EN 1177).
- Evaluation of impact attenuation, stability, alignment, and finish quality.
- Inspection report with risk assessment, recommendations, and sign-off for safety.
What We Inspect?
NPGI’s inspection covers:
- All playground structures and components.
- Fixings, foundations, and anchoring systems.
- Safety surfacing, free height of fall, and critical fall height performance.
- Layout compliance, including safe use zones and fall zones.
- Ancillary items such as fencing, bins, benches, and gates.
- Any on-site adjustments or deviations from manufacturer specs.
Get Certified Confidence in Your New Playground
Don’t open your new facility without certified peace of mind. At NPGI, we specialise in delivering prompt, professional post-installation inspections — so your project opens safely, on time, and fully compliant.
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