Before opening each day, walk through the playground and check the nets, padding, flooring, slides, ball pool and trampolines: look for breakage, loose parts, dirt and foreign objects. If something is wrong, close that area until it is repaired. EN 1176-7 also provides for an operational inspection every 1 to 3 months and a main inspection once a year.
Daily checklist, before opening
Do it every morning, with the playground empty and good lighting. Look and touch: many loose parts only show when you move them.
| Area | What to check | If it is wrong |
|---|---|---|
| Nets | Holes, cuts and broken or loose cable ties | Close the area and replace the net or the ties |
| Padding | Pipe padding and panels that are torn, loose or showing foam | Close the area and replace the padding |
| Flooring | Tiles that are lifted, separated or worn | Refit or replace them |
| Slides | Cracks, loose bolts or parts, and a clear run-out | Close the slide until it is repaired |
| Ball pool | Broken balls, foreign objects and dirt | Remove broken balls and objects |
| Trampolines | Torn mats, broken or exposed springs and displaced pads | Close the trampoline until the part is replaced |
| Structure | Tubes or joints that move or make noise | Close the area and call a technician |
| Cleaning | Food, drinks or objects on platforms and in corners | Clean before opening |
What to do when you find a fault
- Close the area until it is repaired, even if the rest of the playground stays open.
- Write down the date, what you found and who carried out the check.
- Order the spare part: send us a photo of the part on WhatsApp and we will identify it.
- Repair with the playground’s own parts. A fix with materials that do not come from the manufacturer can create a new hazard.
The three EN 1176-7 inspections
| Inspection | Typical frequency | What is checked |
|---|---|---|
| Routine visual | Daily in heavily used playgrounds | Breakage, loose parts, dirt and foreign objects |
| Operational | Every 1 to 3 months | Operation, wear, joints, nets and padding |
| Annual main | Once a year | The overall safety of the structure, play elements and flooring |
The checklist above is the routine visual inspection. The exact frequency is set in the user manual of each playground. We explain what each standard covers in our article on the EN 1176, EN 1177 and EN 13219 standards.
Record every check
Keep a log with the date, who checked and what they found. It shows you which parts wear out first and proves that the playground is inspected. If your playground is one of ours, the client portal holds maintenance reminders, incidents and the warranty.
Spare parts worth keeping on hand
We always have spare parts, also for playgrounds by other brands: nets, pipe padding, cable ties, trampoline pads and springs, play panels, balls and flooring.
The annual inspection, with a certificate
We inspect indoor playgrounds and trampoline parks, including those built by other manufacturers. After the inspection you receive a certificate listing the work done and any incidents found, which is what insurers and authorities ask for. For playgrounds made by Multiplay, the first-year inspection is included from the Standard quality level.
Frequently asked questions
How often should a soft play area be inspected?
A visual check daily when use is heavy, an operational inspection every 1 to 3 months and a main inspection once a year. The exact frequency is set in the user manual.
Who carries out the daily check?
The venue’s own staff, with a checklist like this one. The annual inspection is carried out by a technician.
Do you inspect playgrounds from other brands?
Yes, and we issue a certificate listing the work done and incidents found.
Do you have spare parts?
Yes, always: nets, pipe padding, cable ties, trampoline pads and springs, play panels, balls and flooring.
