Standards, inspections, and compliance resources for playground owners
Whether you're building a new playground, upgrading an existing one, or preparing for an assessment and rating, understanding Australian playground safety standards is essential. This page brings together Wearthy's expert resources on playground compliance, safety standards, and inspection requirements.
All Wearthy playgrounds are designed and built to AS 4685 Australian Standards and independently certified before handover. For childcare centres, our designs are 100% NQF compliant. Below you'll find our comprehensive library of safety and compliance resources.
Explore our in-depth guides on playground safety standards, inspections, and compliance requirements in Australia.
A clear breakdown of the AS 4685 Australian Standard for playground equipment and surfacing, and what it means for your project.
Overview of all safety standards that apply to Australian playgrounds including equipment, surfacing, and maintenance requirements.
How often should your playground be inspected? Routine, operational, and annual inspection schedules explained.
Understanding impact-absorbing surfacing requirements, material options, depth calculations, and compliance testing.
Meeting National Quality Framework requirements for outdoor learning environments in early learning centres.
Specific compliance requirements for childcare centre outdoor spaces including safety, shade, and supervision sightlines.
How to conduct a playground risk assessment, identifying hazards, and balancing risk with developmental benefit.
If you have an existing playground and aren't sure whether it meets current Australian Standards, Wearthy can help. We assess playgrounds for AS 4685 compliance, softfall adequacy, entrapment risks, and NQF requirements — then provide a clear report with recommended actions.
Every Wearthy playground is designed to AS 4685 standards and independently certified. Book a free discovery call to discuss your project.
