Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) Practice Exam

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For slides over 4 feet, the slide chute exit for preschool/school age children should be at least how many inches but no more than how many inches above protective surfacing?

7 inches, 15 inches
5 inches, 10 inches
8 inches, 12 inches
6 inches, 14 inches

The correct answer is: 7 inches, 15 inches

A possible explanation for this question is that 7 inches is the minimum height above the protective surfacing required for preschool/school age children to safely slide down a slide that is over 4 feet long. Any lower height may put the child at risk of hitting the ground before fully reaching the protective surfacing. On the other hand, 15 inches is deemed too high as it may cause the child to fall from a greater height, increasing the risk of injury. The other options, B, C, and D, all have a maximum height of 10, 12, and 14 inches respectively. These heights may still be safe for a slide that is over 4 feet long, but it is not the recommended height range specified in the question.