The Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) program is offered by the National Certification Board in coordination with the National Park and Recreation Association. CPSIs are individuals certified to inspect playgrounds for safety hazards and to ensure compliance with national standards set by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) and Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
How do I become a CPSI?
A professional must successfully pass the CPSI examination in order to receive the 3 year certification. This exam is offered on the third day of the CPSI Course or by computer-based examination through NRPA. If you would like to schedule the exam on the third day of a course please contact the course host. For more information on the computer-based examination please read through the CPSI Candidate Handbook before completing the application. If you would like to take the computer-based exam please complete the CPSI Exam Application and submit it along with your application fee to NRPA.
NRPA strongly suggests that professionals wishing to obtain the CPSI Certification complete the CPSI Course. This course provides professionals with a hands-on approach to playground safety and allows them to learn playground safety from highly experienced instructors that have a wealth of practical information to share.
How do I renew my CPSI Certification?
Renewal of the certification ensures that professionals are knowledgeable of the current standards/guidelines applicable to playground safety. To renew, a CPSI must pass the current examination. This exam may be taken on the third day of the CPSI Course or by computer-based examination through NRPA. If you would like to schedule the exam on the third day of a course please contact the course host. For more information on the computer-based examination please read through the CPSI Candidate Handbook before filling out the application. If you would like to take the computer-based exam please complete the CPSI Exam Application and submit it along with your application fee to NRPA.
How do I retake my CPSI Examination?
A CPSI candidate may take the exam on the third day of the CPSI Course or by computer-based examination through NRPA. If you would like to schedule the exam on the third day of a course please contact the course host. For more information on the computer-based examination please read through the CPSI Candidate Handbook before filling out the application. If you would like to take the computer-based exam please complete the CPSI Exam Application and submit it along with your application fee to NRPA.
How do I find a CPSI in my area?
To confirm an individuals CPSI certification or to find a CPSI in your area for possible contractual employment, please access the National CPSI Registry by clicking here. If an individual's contact information is not provided they have not agreed to be contacted for third party employment.
Where can I find my certification number and expiration date?
Click on the blue Online Certification Center below to access your certification number, expiration date, course information, and computer based exam-only applications. You will have an account so please use your email as your login and click on "forgot my password" if you do not have a password.
