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Mandy Jordan — CPSI Certified Playground Design Specialist

CPSI Certified Playground Design Specialist

Mandy Jordan grew up in Indianapolis, IN, where her love for playgrounds was born. With fond memories of playing on the merry-go-round at school and visiting parks with thrilling metal slides, Mandy developed a lasting passion for outdoor play. For the past 11 years, she has channeled this passion into her work at NVB, where she enjoys transforming grassy areas into beautiful, safe playgrounds. Certified since 2012, Mandy excels in designing inclusive play environments that bring joy to children and their families. She takes great pride in seeing the before-and-after transformation and watching kids' faces light up when they see their new playground for the first time.

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Site Details to Collect Before Requesting a Playground Design or Quote

Learn which site details must be documented before requesting a playground design or quote to avoid redesign, delays, an

How Do I Get a Free Playground Layout Design?

A free playground layout design starts with measured site dimensions, age range, budget range, site photos, and project

How often should a commercial playground be inspected?

Commercial playgrounds need daily visual checks, monthly maintenance reviews, and an annual CPSI inspection. A consisten

Where Can I Buy Commercial Playground Equipment for a Public Park?

Looking to buy commercial playground equipment for a public park? Explore durable, safety-certified play structures buil

What should a municipality include in a playground RFP?

See the six things a municipal playground RFP needs so bids come back easy to compare instead of buried in change orders

What is the best commercial playground equipment for elementary schools?

The best commercial playground equipment for elementary schools is a mix of modular play structures, freestanding activi

Can Federal Grant Funding Be Used to Buy Playground Equipment?

Federal grant funding can be used to buy playground equipment when the project fits the program’s purpose, applicant rul

Powder-Coated vs. Galvanized vs. Stainless Steel: Which Playground Equipment Finishes Last Longest

Compare powder-coated, galvanized, and stainless steel playground finishes to see which lasts longest—and how site expos

What is a playground use zone, and how much clearance is required?

A playground use zone is the protective space surrounding equipment where clearance must meet specific safety standards.

What is the best way to document safety maintenance for a public park?

Documenting playground maintenance means keeping dated inspection logs, repair records, and photos on file. Consistent r

Commercial Playground Request For Proposal Template: What Vendors Look For

Learn what vendors expect in a commercial playground RFP to avoid scope gaps, inspection failures, change orders, and co

Where Should a School Place a New Playground? Front vs Back Explained

Most school playgrounds are placed behind the building. In areas without nearby parks, front-facing placement can conver