Playground Safety Workshop

Register for our Upcoming Playground Safety Workshop - Rohnert Park, CA

June 1, 2026

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Note: This training is taking place immediately before an in-person CPSI course and exam (June 2 - 4 , 2026) at the same venue.  This is an excellent opportunity for those seeking to renew their CPSI certification by way of Continuing Education Units to earn all 2.0 CEU (1.0 for each Group A and Group B).

Registrants can look forward to:

In this workshop, PlaySafe, LLC staff will cover lessons on playground inspection and maintenance issues, risk management, and provide practical resources for real world application.  Playground safety experts will address topics / issues including: 

  • Why have a safe playground? 
  • Common playground injuries 
  • Playground safety 
  • What is adequate surfacing? 
  • Surfacing compliance 
  • Playground site
  • Hazards vs Risk
  • Responsibility of an Owner/Operator 
  • Responsibility of the Installer 
  • Purchasing new equipment 
  • Qualifying a Manufacturer 
  • Choosing a design 

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Calendar

The WHO

This workshop is an excellent option for current Certified Playground Safety Inspectors (CPSI) looking to renew their certification by way of Continuing Education Units ("CEU") and for park, recreation, community service, public works, and similar professionals looking for a hands-on introduction to playground maintenance and risk assessment.  

The HOW

This is a one-day, in-person training.

This is an excellent opportunity for those seeking to renew their CPSI certification by way of Continuing Education Units to earn all 2.0 CEU (1.0 for each Group A and Group B).

Early Bird Registration: (ends 4/20/2026)

  • $179 CPRS members
  • $239 non-members

Regular Registration: (ends 5/01/2026)

  • $229 CPRS members
  • $289 non-members

Registration includes: 

The WHERE

This training is taking place in the Multi-Use Room of the Rohnert Park Community Center (5401 Snyder Lane, Rohnert Park, CA 94928) immediately before an in-person CPSI course and exam (June 2 - 4 , 2026) at the same venue. 

Complimentary parking is available on-site.

The Schedule

Monday, June 1, 2026*

Full lunch provided.

8:30 am - 9:00 am ... Check-In

9:00 am - 11:00 am ... Workshop

11:00 am - 11:45 am ... Lunch break 

11:45 am - 3:30 pm ... Workshop

*Daily schedule is subject to change.

The Instructor

Sam "Butch" DeFillippo, MA, RISC, CPSI, Managing Partner, PlaySafe, LLC
Mr. DeFillippo has more than eighteen years experience working in the recreation field for municipal government.  While working in the City of Rio Rancho (New Mexico), he has been in the unique position of working in a department from its creation.  He has held almost every position within the department from Lifeguard to Deputy Director.  Butch's education includes a Bachelors of Arts in Recreation  and a Master of Arts in Recreation Administration, each earned at the University of New Mexico.  Butch also has the following certifications: NPSI Certified National Playground Safety Inspector, National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA) Certified Recreation & Parks Professional (CPRP) and Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI), and Stranco Public Pool Operator Certification.