The Playground Advisory Unit
Introduction
The Playground Advisory Unit (PAU) is a principal agency which provides impartial technical, design and safety information services to all groups across NSW.
The Unit
The project officers from the PAU hold combined qualifications and experience in Occupational Therapy, Children's Services, Landscape Architecture, Horticulture and OHS Auditing. Project officers have experience in conducting playground inspections and are UTS Level 3 Comprehensive Inspectors. The PAU is a representative on the Australian Standards committees for Playground Equipment and Contained Play Facilities. The PAU project officers hold a Certificate IV Training and Assessment qualification.
Aims
The PAU aims to increase the number of safe, creative play environments that are aligned with Australian Playground Safety Standards. 
- Promote participation in recreational and physical activities
- Promote good quality, best practise playground design
- Encourage best practise playground maintenance and inspection regimes
- Encourage the inclusion of natural features in playspaces
- Demonstrating a holistic approach to playground design and management
To express interest in an inspection or workshop click here.