Playground safety professional that has more than 30 years of experience in playground safety, park and playground design, and recreational safety environments. The expert’s work focuses on playground safety inspections, risk assessment, and compliance with accessibility and safety standards. Areas of expertise include park, playground, and sports field safety; Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance; safety inspections; and preparation of ASTM and CPSC playground safety reports. Additional areas of work include safety surface testing using Triax equipment, synthetic sports field testing, natural playground design, and training related to playground inspection and maintenance practices.

The expert serves as a certified playground safety inspector and is the owner and president of a safety consulting practice that provides playground safety inspections, park and playground design consultation, ADA compliance review, and training workshops addressing playground safety standards and maintenance procedures. Professional responsibilities include evaluating playground environments, preparing safety guidance related to ASTM and CPSC playground standards, and conducting safety surface testing for playground and sports field environments. Professional experience also includes recreation-related consulting work involving park and playground design, project coordination, and customer support within the playground equipment and recreation sector. Earlier career roles included responsibilities in consulting, sales, and operational management environments, including staff supervision, project planning, and operational oversight.

The expert holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Management and an associate degree in Liberal Arts. Professional training includes safety surface testing compliance using Triax equipment along with additional training in business communication, sales management, and professional development programs. In addition to consulting work, the expert has prior experience providing expert witness services in matters involving playground safety, recreational facility conditions, and compliance with applicable safety standards.