About PlayGauge
Real parks experience. Independent inspection service.
PlayGauge was created to make playground safety reporting more accessible, understandable and useful to the people responsible for caring for play spaces.
Meet the founder
Nick Farline, M.S., CPRE, CPSI
With more than 20 years of professional experience in parks and recreation, Nick brings an owner-and-operator perspective to playground inspections.
His background includes nearly a decade as a parks and recreation director, overseeing public facilities, capital projects, maintenance and budgets. That experience informs PlayGauge's practical, straightforward reporting.
PlayGauge is based in Pflugerville, Texas, and focuses on relationships with Central Texas facility owners who value clear communication, objective observations and continuity.
What to expect
Senior-level service without the handoff.
- Work directly with the person inspecting your site
- Understand the practical significance of findings
- Receive organized, photographic documentation
- Get recommendations you can prioritize and act on
- Build consistency with repeat inspection visits
See the reporting approach
Evidence you can take back to your board or maintenance team.
Inspectors should give owners something usable: photographs, observed conditions, prioritized findings and suggested next actions. Preview the fictional sample to see how the reporting format works.
Preview a sample report (PDF) →Our mission
Safer playgrounds. Stronger communities.
Creating safer places to play through independent playground safety inspections, clear reporting and actionable recommendations.
Independence
Findings are driven by observed conditions, not by equipment or repair sales through PlayGauge.
Clarity
Our reports are built to help site owners and operators understand what was observed and prioritize action.
Continuity
Recurring visits can create a dependable record of evolving conditions and maintenance priorities.
Ready to get a clearer picture of your playground?
Tell us about the location and type of inspection you need. We’ll help determine the right scope.