Description

The National Recreation and Park Association's Playground Maintenance Course (PMC) is a one-day (6.25 hour) educational course that provides participants with an understanding of basic playground hazards, applying safe maintenance practices on equipment, identifying surfacing types and proper maintenance procedures, and establishing proper record keeping practices. This is a great opportunity for permanent/seasonal part-timers that service playgrounds during the busy summer months, and it is considered good starter course for aspiring Certified Playground Safety Inspectors (CPSI). Course taught by Rolling Meadows Superintendent of Parks and certified PMC instructor, Brian McKenna. Participation includes a playground maintenance guide, continental breakfast, lunch, playground visit, and certificate of completion.

Course Objective: Upon successful completion of this course, the maintenance professional will be able to understand basic playground hazards, apply safe maintenance practices on equipment, identify surfacing types and proper maintenance procedures, and establish proper record-keeping practices.

Who Should Attend: Part-time and full-time practitioners tasked with the responsibility of maintaining playgrounds at public parks, schools, and private facilities, and anyone interested in learning more about playground safety. This is a great starter course for those interested in pursuing CPSI certification in their professional career.

Location: Erin's Pavilion, Springfield Park District, 4965 S. 2nd Avenue, Springfield, 62703

Deadline to Register: Friday, October 18, 2024

Course Book: The playground maintenance guide will be provided upon check-in the day of the course. Participants should bring a writing utensil.

CEUs: Event is approved for 0.6 CEUs (Continuing Education Units are for certifications such as CPRE, CPRP, CTRS).