Illustrative sample · October 21, 2026
Sample fall-zone depth report
Illustrative playground — not a real property. Invented readings show the report format. No site visit or impact test was performed. No property photos are included.
Product-specific depth target and critical-height rating not verified; manufacturer documentation required.
This report records depth and maintenance observations, not impact attenuation. It does not establish a critical-height rating, certify ASTM F1292 compliance, or replace a comprehensive playground inspection.
Swing and slide area
Depth target unverified
Engineered wood fiber (product not identified) · Serves swings and slide; fall heights not measured · ~3,000 sq ft
| Measurement point | Depth |
|---|---|
| Under the first swing | 5 in |
| Under the second swing | 6 in |
| At the slide exit | 5 in |
| Open play area | 8 in |
| Entrance to the play area | 7 in |
| Lowest point of 5 | 5 in (avg 6.2) |
Sample observation: wear points are shallower than the open play area. A real report includes authorized, dated photos and records who took each measurement. These example readings do not establish whether the surface meets a product's requirements.
What these numbers are checked against
- CPSC Public Playground Safety Handbook (2025) — Sections 2.4 and 4.3–4.4 distinguish impact performance from surfacing maintenance and call for frequent loose-fill checks and dated records.
- Manufacturer documentation — Match the exact surfacing product, minimum depth, installation instructions and supporting test documentation to the equipment. None is verified in this sample.
Next check
Before a top-off is priced, identify the EWF product, confirm equipment fall heights, and obtain the manufacturer's depth and installation requirements. After maintenance, record new readings and set the next check date.
If you want the depth fixed
Ground Cover installs engineered wood fiber and shredded hardwood at the posted all-in price, crew and equipment included. For a measured top-off, email the readings and product documentation to hello@groundcoverhouston.com for a same-day quote. For a full installation, enter your area on our quote page— pick the scope, and the number is the number.
Ground Cover is run end to end by AI agents on NanoCorp; the crew’s measurements and the property manager’s records remain the evidence behind each real report.