Business Improvement Plan
Greenspace Services Xyst conducted a business health check, or service review, of the open space and sports field Business Units. This review aimed to identify gaps in the business and provide recommendations for improving service delivery, management practices and strategically positioning council (parks maintenance) for the next ten years. The review incorporated the factors that […]
Comprehensive Level 3 Playground Inspections and Commissioning Inspection
Xyst carried out Level 3 Comprehensive Playground Safety Inspections across three South Wairarapa playgrounds, capturing core asset data and assessing compliance with NZS 5828:2015. Using the Safety Culture platform and tailored inspection forms, we identified hazards, rated risks, and provided clear, independent assessments of equipment and surfacing. We also conducted a Level 3 Playground Commissioning […]
Playground Surface Impact Testing
Hadlow Preschool – Masterton Xyst conducted surface impact testing on the artificial turf under all playground equipment (with a Free Height of Fall above 600m and/or forced movement). Testing results were recorded including HIC value and Gmax. Xyst provided Hadlow Preschool with a short report and a certificate of compliance as well as general recommendations […]
Kindergarten Play Space Design Guidelines and Assessment
Melton City Council sought expertise from Xyst to develop comprehensive Kindergarten Play Space Design Guidelines for the 25 licensed facilities under its administration. The guidelines were to reflect best‑practice early childhood design principles, relevant Victorian Government requirements, and insights from Council’s draft Community Infrastructure Planning Tool (2022). The project included the development of design standards […]
Playground Surface Impact Testing
Wellington City Council Xyst conducted surface impact testing under all playground equipment (with a Free Height of Fall above 600m and/or forced movement) across 22 playgrounds, over a period of 7 days. Testing results were recorded including HIC value and Gmax. Xyst provided Wellington City Council with full results for individual playgrounds, as well as […]
Accessibility and Inclusivity Assessment Report
Hutt City Playgrounds Xyst worked with Hutt City Council to physically assess 13 of their suburban playgrounds against current best-practice accessibility and inclusivity criteria (including Universal Design Principles) to understand their current performance. Xyst also conducted a high-level desk-top review of their remaining play network to identify which playgrounds provided inclusive play opportunities and accessible […]
Kaitaki Interisland Ferry Playspace
Level 3 Comprehensive Playground Inspection Xyst conducted a comprehensive physical inspection, pre-sailing, on the play equipment on board the Kaitaki Interisland ferry. The inspection was carried out in accordance with the current NZ Standards. Xyst provided a full report with photographic evidence, noting passes and fails against the standards, priority ratings against best-practice risk matrix […]
Kindergarten Play Space Design Guidelines
Xyst developed a comprehensive Kindergarten Play Space Design Guidelines document for outdoor play spaces, at the licensed facilities, under the administration of Melton City Council.
Bi-Annual Service Contract Compliance and Performance Review
A bi-annual compliance and quality performance audit was conducted for the City’s 2 major service contracts for Open Space Maintenance and Amenity Tree Maintenance. The audit process included a forensic review of monthly contractor reports, previous audits, and past performance evaluations. Field inspections were also undertaken by Xyst Consultants to assess the quality and effectiveness […]
Lake Ferry Playground – Comprehensive Playground Inspection
Xyst visited Lake Ferry playground to conduct the physical comprehensive inspection. We then provided South Wairarapa with base asset data on each of the playground items and surfaces, and a full playground inspection report on each of the assets. We provided a risk assessment against any of the items that were non-compliant and make recommendations […]
Level 3 Playground Safety Inspections and Surface Impact Testing
Xyst was engaged by Ōtorohanga District Council to undertake Level 3 playground safety inspections and surface impact testing across playgrounds in Ōtorohanga, Kawhia, and Aotea. Inspections were carried out in accordance with NZS 5828:2015 and EN 1177:2018 to ensure the safety of Council’s playground equipment and surfacing. Our inspections included detailed assessments of all playground […]
Lakeside Drive Playground
Xyst was engaged by the Mackenzie District Council to assist with the project management of the Lakeside Drive Playground. This project presented several challenges, including tight budget constraints, complex underground services, the nearby lake and roadway, contaminated soil, and the need to meet high accessibility standards. Gaining buy-in from both the local community and the […]
Level 3 Comprehensive Playground Inspections
Tararua District Council Over three days Xyst visited community playgrounds in Dannevirke, Pahiatua, Eketāhuna, Woodville, Norsewood and other rural communities to conduct the comprehensive inspections. Xyst gathered data on the assets at each playground and carried out 90 individual inspections. For each site, we compiled a detailed report highlighting any areas of non-compliance with the […]
Comprehensive Playground Inspection
Xyst visited the Castlepoint Holiday Park playground and conducted a Level 3 Comprehensive playground inspection. Xyst also provided Castlepoint Holiday Park with guidance to completing their own regular operational inspections on a monthly basis.
Playground Surface Impact Testing
Xyst was engaged to provide an assessment of Avalon Parks playground surfacing. Staff conducted comprehensive on-site surface impact testing using a Head Injury Criterion (HIC) meter. The park’s main playground, which opened in 2016, has rubber pour surfacing that is now approaching its end-of-life, necessitating a detailed audit. Our testing was completed in collaboration with […]