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THE NPCAI is
a worldwide partnership formed to contribute to the advancement of the playground building industry by promoting playground installation as a legitimate contracting profession within the playground industry.
The NPCAI lends support to all playground safety programs, guidelines, and standards that promote playground safety by assisting the public in identifying the need for a professional playground installation.
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ASTM is a voluntary, not for profit organization that develops standard test methods, specifications, and practices for the recreation industry. Consumers are able to trust that the equipment has met the required guidelines of ASTM 1492.
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The ADA mandates that all public facilities be accessible to all persons including those with disabilities. The ADA Accessibility Guidelines provides scoping requirements, indicating the technical provisions that explain what and how the play area is to be accessed.
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The Department represents the citizens of the United States in enforcing the law in the public interest and plays a key role in safeguarding the consumer and protecting citizens through effective law enforcement. The Department conducts all suits in the Supreme Court in which the United States is concerned.
Provides a government entity to address non-compliant issues regarding the ADA.
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IPEMA represents and promotes an open market for manufacturers of playground equipment and surfacing, and offers third party certification of compliance issues such as the ASTM 1492 regarding public use.
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NAEYC—This association exists for the purpose of leading and consolidating efforts of individuals and groups working towards a constructive education and learning environment for all young children.
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NPSI promotes children's rights to play, and the importance play has in a child's development, as well as to provide input to help develop responsible public policy for the guaranteed safety of our children.
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This association is a national, non-profit organization that advocates parks and recreation experiences of the highest caliber. They work closely with national, state and local park departments, as well as various citizen groups to ensure the highest quality play environments.
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The CPSC is an independent agency within the federal government with the authority to inform the public of current product safety compliance information.
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The purpose of IPA/USA is to protect, preserve, and promote play as a fundamental right for all humans. Plays makes possible maximum development of self and society by facilitating creativity, individuality and, social, physical and intellectual growth.
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