Requirements for design documentation, technical information, maintenance and liability
Documentation
The submission of design documentation and technical specifications for each item (where applicable), is to include, but not be limited to:
Approvals, searches, compliant drawings and documentation – written compliance with relevant legislation, Australian Standards and corporate documents (including specifications and access and mobility requirements)
Preliminary site setup (refer LIM category) – compliance with safety, tree protection, erosion and sediment control measures
Technical information – the manufacturer’s product, installation, inspection, warranties and maintenance information
Materials – specification of materials
Schedule of finishes
Engineered design and any required certifications
Unusual requirements for handling or installation and competency requirements
Workplace health and safety plan, where applicable
Environmental Management Plan (EMP) and/or erosion and sediment control plan, where applicable.
Practical completion – technical information to be supplied:
At practical completion, the contractor must supply full technical specifications, including but not limited to:
Certification – inspections, final approvals and documentation
As constructed drawings and specifications which should detail the location of any sub-surface services (e.g. drainage, electrical)
Operational manuals – inspection/maintenance details including parts and service manuals, and manufacturer’s guarantees
Construction and/or maintenance tools including non-standard maintenance tools for bolt tightening and replacement parts
All required signage should be installed prior to hand-over of the asset, where applicable
Manufacturer’s guarantees/warranties and any other documents or items, including quality management compliance and accreditation.
Maintenance period and/or defects liability period
Developer delivered assets
The development maintenance period and requirements are nominated in the conditions of approval (decision notice).
Council delivered assets
The maintenance period and requirements are nominated in the letter of appointment of contractor (contract).
Prior to the end of the pre-determined maintenance period or defects liability period, a ‘pre-handover inspection’ should be conducted by an authorised council officer. The following items will apply:
Compliance Audit
Rectification Action Plan (RAP)is provided identifying any faults and non-compliance
RAPitems are to be rectified prior to handover.
Note: As-constructed drawings and ADAC file must be submitted at practical completion. GIS require this information to update their records on the asset register and other sources.
In addition to the standard documentation listed above, the submission of play space design documentation and technical specifications for each item (where applicable), is to include, but not be limited to:
risk benefit assessment report - natural play elements incorporated into a play space are subject to the requirements of AS 4685 (SERIES). Where the requirements of this Standard cannot be applied to natural elements incorporated into a playground, a ‘risk benefit assessment’ is to undertaken to determine the suitability of such elements. This report must be approved by SCC Parks and Gardens
specifications – detailed requirements are contained in the attached LIM specifications.
detailed design with dimensioned drawings – illustrating equipment details, plan view, elevations and levels. These drawings must show the relationship of equipment to any other elements to be constructed in the area (including any shade sails). Drawings must detail:
minimum fall zone dimensions.
impact absorbing surfacing requirements.
intended age range.
play equipment details – installation manuals and documentation outlining:
the need for any special tools, lifting devices, space required for installation and correct orientation.
details of the required foundations/footings – anchorage in the ground and design and location of the foundation/footings.
specification and availability of play equipment spare parts.
certified engineering drawings – (including footing designs) and soil test results.
building approval – for equipment over 3.0 m in height and shade sails.
In addition to the standard information listed above, at practical completion, the contractor must supply technical specifications for each item in the play space and including but not limited to:
certification – inspections, final approvals and documentation from a certified play space compliance engineer detailing:
that the design, construction and installation of the play equipment are undertaken to the manufacturers specifications and comply with the following Australian Standards:
AS 4685 - Playground equipment and surfacing SERIES;
AS 4422 Play space surfacing – Specifications, requirements and test method;
AS 4685.0 Playground equipment and surfacing - development, installation, inspection, maintenance and operation specifies that the manufacturer should supply product installation, inspection and undertaken maintenance information for each item of equipment, illustrated where possible all other relevant statutory requirements codes, regulations and standards.
play space safety surface impact attenuation test certificate – for surfacing as found on site complies with Australian Standards AS 4422 – Play space surfacing – Specifications, requirements and test method.
building and plumbing approvals where applicable.
The manufacturer must install on the equipment (as per AS 4685.0:2021), the following: equipmentidentification (i.e. compliance plate); and basic level marks (for surfacing).
The developer must provide Council with records of incidents and accidents that occur in the playground prior to off maintenance handover along with particulars of any remedial actions, repairs or modifications to any playground equipment.
equipment installation, inspection and maintenance – AS 4685.0:2017 – Playground equipment and surfacing – Development, installation, inspection, maintenance and operation specifies that the manufacturer should supply product installation, inspection and maintenance information for each item of equipment, illustrated where possible. It should also include:
maintenance requirements – the manufacturer’s instructions will specify the type, method and frequency of the inspections and maintenance regime and if a particular level of competence is necessary for inspection and/or maintenance.
manufacturer’s instructions should specify all matters that require maintenance inspection such as servicing points and methods, replacement parts specifications, disposal, spare parts, surface finishes, drainage holes, and surfacing.
maintenance manual and tool kit – the manufacturer must supply a maintenance manual and tool kit, including any special play equipment tools required.
running-in requirements – such as tightening of fastenings.
all relevant signage – should be installed prior to the acceptance of the works.
‘comprehensive post installation checklist’ is to be submitted prior to the play space being open to the public.
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