Operational Inspection
East Bergholt Parish Council
East End Lane Play Area
East End Lane , East Bergholt, Colchester, CO7 6XD
Serenity House, Shirwell Crescent, Furzton Lake, Milton Keynes, MK4 1GA
t- 01908 201002 w- http://www.kompan.co.uk e- invoiceuk@kompan.com

Risk Assessment Matrix

Scores in the report are multiplication factors of Likelihood x Severity
Severity>>
Very High probability, if the
situation is not addressed an
accident is almost certain.
5 Very High VL (5) L (10) M (15) H (20) VH (25)
High probability an
accident is probable
without any added factor.
4 High VL (4) L (8) M (12) H (16) H (20)
Moderate probability an
incident is foreseeable.
3 Moderate VL (3) L (6) L (9) M (12) M (15)
Some probability, requires
a combination of factors to
take place.
2 Low VL (2) VL (4) L (6) L (8) L (10)
No significant probability;
lightning strike, freak
accident.
1 Very Low VL (1) VL (2) VL (3) VL (4) VL (5)
Very Low Low Moderate High Very High
1 2 3 4 5
No injury likely
e.g. damaged
or soiled
clothing, minor
bruising,
grazes
Minor injury,
laceration or
bruising
requiring first
aid only
Injury requiring
medical
intervention
e.g. cuts
requiring
stitches
Serious injury
including
concussions or
fracture of long
bones
Severe injury
involving a
potential life
changing injury
or fatality
Severity>>

Likelihood

Note 1: The total risk scores included within our reports are a multipication factor of the calculated Likelihood and Severity of
each finding. Both Likelihood and Severity are given a number between 1 – 5 as shown on the matrix above and these two
numbers are then multiplied together to give the total risk score that is shown against defects on the report. Total risk scores
can be divided in both directions, i.e. a total risk score of 12 could be a Likelihood (3) x Severity (4) or Likelihood (4) x Severity
(3).
Note 2: When we inspect we only see a snapshot of the current condition of the equipment. It is the operators responsibility to
ensure that there is a continuing level of maintenance to keep the equipment in good working order and the site fit for use.

East End Lane Play Area
Inspection Ref: 2789902 Site Ref: 101969

Operational Inspection – 12-August-2025 – 13:48 Inspector Dan Carr
Risk Assessment: 12 Moderate Risk
Location:
The site is located in an area of public open space and is not directly overlooked by any properties in the local
community.
Disabled Access:
Some accessible features; an area that presents difficulties to the majority of people with disabilities but in favourable
circumstances and certainly in partnership can be accessed.
Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
5 – Very Low Risk
Item: Site General
Manufacturer:Owner/Operator
Surface Type:N/A
Item Quantity:1
Total Findings:1
Finding 1
This item is satisfactory – no work required –
8 – Low Risk
Item: Gate – Self Closing
Manufacturer:Not Identified
Surface Type:Grass
Item Quantity:2
Total Findings:2
Finding 1
The gate is not operating correctly – Take effective action to
ensure the gate closes between 4 and 8 seconds
Finding 2
There are openings that are less than 12mm that could trap
or crush fingers – Provide a 12mm gap throughout full range
of motion at both sides of gate
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
2 – Very Low Risk
Item: Fencing – Timber
Manufacturer:Not Identified
Surface Type:Grass
Item Quantity:1
Total Findings:1
Finding 1
This item is satisfactory – no work required –
2 – Very Low Risk
Item: Bench
Manufacturer:Not Identified
Surface Type:Grass
Item Quantity:1
Total Findings:1
Finding 1
This item is satisfactory – no work required –
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
6 – Low Risk
Item: Litter Bin
Manufacturer:Not Identified
Surface Type:Grass
Item Quantity:1
Total Findings:1
Finding 1
The lid or door of the litter bin is not secured – Ensure the lid or door is kept locked
6 – Low Risk
Item: Activity Trail
Manufacturer:Wicksteed Playgrounds
Surface Type:Grass
Item Quantity:1
Total Findings:2
Finding 1
There is/are inserts missing – Replace missing inserts
Finding 2
The item is slightly loose in its foundations – Monitor for any
further deterioration and repair as required
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
8 – Low Risk
Item: Balance Beam
Manufacturer:Not Identified
Surface Type:Grass
Item Quantity:1
Total Findings:4
Finding 1
The adjacent foliage is overhanging – Cut back and
maintain
Finding 2
There is excrement on site – Clean and maintain area
Finding 3
There is algae or moss on the surface of the equipment –
Clean and treat appropriately
Finding 4
The timber has a number of splits/shakes or air cracks and
this may affect the stability or allow water ingress which will
accelerate the rotting process – Monitor to ensure the splits
do not cross through fixing points of the structure and/or
cause any instability
0 – Risk Assessment not Undertaken
Item: Multi Play (Junior)
Manufacturer:Wicksteed Playgrounds
Surface Type:Grass Matrix Tiles
Item Quantity:1
Total Findings:1
Finding 1
There is some graffiti present – Remove the graffiti
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
6 – Low Risk
Item: Spring Horse
Manufacturer:Kompan Ltd
Surface Type:Grass
Item Quantity:1
Total Findings:2
Finding 1
The paintwork on this item has been damaged or worn
exposing the metal underneath which is rusting / corroding –
Treat affected areas and repaint
Finding 2
The item is slightly loose in its foundations – Monitor for any
further deterioration and repair as required
12 – Moderate Risk
Item: Spring Horse
Manufacturer:Kompan Ltd
Surface Type:Grass
Item Quantity:1
Total Findings:2
Finding 1
The paintwork on this item has been damaged or worn
exposing the metal underneath which is rusting / corroding –
Treat affected areas and repaint
Finding 2
The item has been severely damaged – Repair or replace
the item
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
8 – Low Risk
Item: Misc Springer
Manufacturer:Wicksteed Playgrounds
Surface Type:Grass Matrix Tiles
Item Quantity:1
Total Findings:1
Finding 1
There is algae or moss on the surface of the equipment – Clean and treat appropriately
8 – Low Risk
Item: Basket Swing – Type 1
Manufacturer:Wicksteed Playgrounds
Surface Type:Grass Matrix Tiles
Item Quantity:1
Total Findings:2
Finding 1
There is algae or moss on the surface of the equipment –
Clean and treat appropriately
Finding 2
There is some notable evidence of chain wear – Monitor for
any further deterioration and replace when 40% worn
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
4 – Very Low Risk
Item: Spinning Pole
Manufacturer:Kompan Ltd
Surface Type:Grass
Item Quantity:1
Total Findings:1
Finding 1
This item is satisfactory – no work required –
4 – Very Low Risk
Item: Roundabout
Manufacturer:Wicksteed Playgrounds
Surface Type:Grass Matrix Tiles
Item Quantity:1
Total Findings:1
Finding 1
This item is satisfactory – no work required –
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
12 – Moderate Risk
Item: 2 Bay (2 Flat, 2 Cradle)
Manufacturer:Wicksteed Playgrounds
Surface Type:Bonded Rubber Mulch
Item Quantity:1
Total Findings:4
Finding 1
Both the flat swing seats have been fitted twisting the
chains; this will accellerate wear on the fixtures /
connections – Release the chains and check for damage
and rehang
Finding 2
The Anti Wrap bearings are dry and not moving freely –
Lubricate bearings in accordance with the manufacturers
recommendations via distmantling
Finding 3
The fixings have corroded excessively – Replace all
corroded fixings x7
Finding 4
The seat is severely damaged and requires replacing –
Replace damaged seats
6 – Low Risk
Item: 5 a side Goals
Manufacturer:Not Identified
Surface Type:Grass
Item Quantity:1
Total Findings:2
Finding 1
The timber stain is in poor condition – Prepare all affected
parts and re-stain with an appropriate preservative
Finding 2
There is some strimmer / machinery damage apparent on
the posts, this can penetrate the preservative applied to the
timber and accelerate the rotting process – Monitor for any
deterioration (rot) and replace as required
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
8 – Low Risk
Item: Petanque Area
Manufacturer:Not Identified
Surface Type:Grass
Item Quantity:1
Total Findings:1
Finding 1
There are trip hazards at the edges of the surface – Reinstate surrounding surface levels to remove the trip points
5 – Very Low Risk
Item: Picnic Table
Manufacturer:Not Identified
Surface Type:Grass
Item Quantity:1
Total Findings:1
Finding 1
This item is satisfactory – no work required –
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
5 – Very Low Risk
Item: Bench
Manufacturer:Not Identified
Surface Type:Grass
Item Quantity:2
Total Findings:1
Finding 1
This item is satisfactory – no work required –
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Findings information
Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
5 – Very Low Risk (Finding 1)
Item: Gates – Gate – Self Closing Risk Level: V – Very Low Risk
Manufacturer:Not Identified Surface: Grass
Finding: The gate is not operating correctly Action: Take effective action to ensure the gate closes
between 4 and 8 seconds
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
8 – Low Risk (Finding 2)
Item: Gates – Gate – Self Closing Risk Level: L – Low Risk
Manufacturer:Not Identified Surface: Grass
Finding: There are openings that are less than 12mm that
could trap or crush fingers
Action: Provide a 12mm gap throughout full range of motion
at both sides of gate
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
6 – Low Risk (Finding 1)
Item: Ancillary Items – Litter Bin Risk Level: L – Low Risk
Manufacturer:Not Identified Surface: Grass
Finding: The lid or door of the litter bin is not securedAction: Ensure the lid or door is kept locked
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
4 – Very Low Risk (Finding 1)
Item: Activity Equipment – Activity Trail Risk Level: V – Very Low Risk
Manufacturer:Wicksteed Playgrounds Surface: Grass
Finding: There is/are inserts missing Action: Replace missing inserts
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
6 – Low Risk (Finding 2)
Item: Activity Equipment – Activity Trail Risk Level: L – Low Risk
Manufacturer:Wicksteed Playgrounds Surface: Grass
Finding: The item is slightly loose in its foundationsAction: Monitor for any further deterioration and repair as
required
6 – Low Risk (Finding 1)
Item: Activity Equipment – Balance Beam Risk Level: L – Low Risk
Manufacturer:Not Identified Surface: Grass
Finding: The adjacent foliage is overhanging Action: Cut back and maintain
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
5 – Very Low Risk (Finding 2)
Item: Activity Equipment – Balance Beam Risk Level: V – Very Low Risk
Manufacturer:Not Identified Surface: Grass
Finding: There is excrement on site Action: Clean and maintain area
8 – Low Risk (Finding 3)
Item: Activity Equipment – Balance Beam Risk Level: L – Low Risk
Manufacturer:Not Identified Surface: Grass
Finding: There is algae or moss on the surface of the
equipment
Action: Clean and treat appropriately
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
6 – Low Risk (Finding 4)
Item: Activity Equipment – Balance Beam Risk Level: L – Low Risk
Manufacturer:Not Identified Surface: Grass
Finding: The timber has a number of splits/shakes or air
cracks and this may affect the stability or allow water ingress
which will accelerate the rotting process
Action: Monitor to ensure the splits do not cross through
fixing points of the structure and/or cause any instability
0 – Risk Assessment not Undertaken (Finding 1)
Item: Activity Equipment – Multi Play (Junior)Risk Level: N – Risk Assessment not Undertaken
Manufacturer:Wicksteed Playgrounds Surface: Grass Matrix Tiles
Finding: There is some graffiti present Action: Remove the graffiti
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
6 – Low Risk (Finding 1)
Item: Rocking Equipment – Spring Horse Risk Level: L – Low Risk
Manufacturer:Kompan Ltd Surface: Grass
Finding: The paintwork on this item has been damaged or
worn exposing the metal underneath which is rusting /
corroding
Action: Treat affected areas and repaint
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
6 – Low Risk (Finding 2)
Item: Rocking Equipment – Spring Horse Risk Level: L – Low Risk
Manufacturer:Kompan Ltd Surface: Grass
Finding: The item is slightly loose in its foundationsAction: Monitor for any further deterioration and repair as
required
6 – Low Risk (Finding 1)
Item: Rocking Equipment – Spring Horse Risk Level: L – Low Risk
Manufacturer:Kompan Ltd Surface: Grass
Finding: The paintwork on this item has been damaged or
worn exposing the metal underneath which is rusting /
corroding
Action: Treat affected areas and repaint
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
12 – Moderate Risk (Finding 2)
Item: Rocking Equipment – Spring Horse Risk Level: M – Moderate Risk
Manufacturer:Kompan Ltd Surface: Grass
Finding: The item has been severely damaged Action: Repair or replace the item
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
8 – Low Risk (Finding 1)
Item: Rocking Equipment – Misc Springer Risk Level: L – Low Risk
Manufacturer:Wicksteed Playgrounds Surface: Grass Matrix Tiles
Finding: There is algae or moss on the surface of the
equipment
Action: Clean and treat appropriately
8 – Low Risk (Finding 1)
Item: Swings – Basket Swing – Type 1 Risk Level: L – Low Risk
Manufacturer:Wicksteed Playgrounds Surface: Grass Matrix Tiles
Finding: There is algae or moss on the surface of the
equipment
Action: Clean and treat appropriately
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
6 – Low Risk (Finding 2)
Item: Swings – Basket Swing – Type 1 Risk Level: L – Low Risk
Manufacturer:Wicksteed Playgrounds Surface: Grass Matrix Tiles
Finding: There is some notable evidence of chain wearAction: Monitor for any further deterioration and replace
when 40% worn
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
8 – Low Risk (Finding 1)
Item: Swings – 2 Bay (2 Flat, 2 Cradle) Risk Level: L – Low Risk
Manufacturer:Wicksteed Playgrounds Surface: Bonded Rubber Mulch
Finding: Both the flat swing seats have been fitted twisting
the chains; this will accellerate wear on the fixtures /
connections
Action: Release the chains and check for damage and
rehang
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
6 – Low Risk (Finding 2)
Item: Swings – 2 Bay (2 Flat, 2 Cradle) Risk Level: L – Low Risk
Manufacturer:Wicksteed Playgrounds Surface: Bonded Rubber Mulch
Finding: The Anti Wrap bearings are dry and not moving
freely
Action: Lubricate bearings in accordance with the
manufacturers recommendations via distmantling
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
8 – Low Risk (Finding 3)
Item: Swings – 2 Bay (2 Flat, 2 Cradle) Risk Level: L – Low Risk
Manufacturer:Wicksteed Playgrounds Surface: Bonded Rubber Mulch
Finding: The fixings have corroded excessively Action: Replace all corroded fixings x7
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
12 – Moderate Risk (Finding 4)
Item: Swings – 2 Bay (2 Flat, 2 Cradle) Risk Level: M – Moderate Risk
Manufacturer:Wicksteed Playgrounds Surface: Bonded Rubber Mulch
Finding: The seat is severely damaged and requires
replacing
Action: Replace damaged seats
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
6 – Low Risk (Finding 1)
Item: Multi Use Games Area – 5 a side GoalsRisk Level: L – Low Risk
Manufacturer:Not Identified Surface: Grass
Finding: The timber stain is in poor condition Action: Prepare all affected parts and re-stain with an
appropriate preservative
6 – Low Risk (Finding 2)
Item: Multi Use Games Area – 5 a side GoalsRisk Level: L – Low Risk
Manufacturer:Not Identified Surface: Grass
Finding: There is some strimmer / machinery damage
apparent on the posts, this can penetrate the preservative
applied to the timber and accelerate the rotting process
Action: Monitor for any deterioration (rot) and replace as
required
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Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
8 – Low Risk (Finding 1)
Item: Other – Petanque Area Risk Level: L – Low Risk
Manufacturer:Not Identified Surface: Grass
Finding: There are trip hazards at the edges of the surfaceAction: Reinstate surrounding surface levels to remove the
trip points
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Completed Findings Information
The following items have been marked as complete by the inspector during the course of this inspection.
Kompan Ltd.
Serenity House
Shirwell Crescent
Furzton Lake
Milton Keynes
MK4 1GA
01908 201002
6 – Low Risk (Finding 1) – Marked as complete on 12-August-2025
Item: Ancillary Items – Litter Bin Risk Level: L – Low Risk
Manufacturer:Not Identified Surface: Grass
Finding: The liner of the litter bin is not securedAction: Ensure the lid/door is kept locked and the liner
secured
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