Abundant Expertise in Playground and Sports Surface Testing Across Australia

Safety and performance in community spaces and sporting venues rely on more than just good design; they depend on accurate testing, certification, and technical guidance. Acousto-Scan Pty Ltd has been at the forefront of this work for decades, bringing accredited precision and trusted knowledge to the industry. As a NATA ILAC ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited laboratory, we specialise in playground surfacing testing in Australia and synthetic sports surface testing in Australia, providing confidence to manufacturers, installers, councils, and sporting bodies alike.

Our team of experienced engineers and technical specialists has supported projects of every scale, from small community playgrounds to international-standard sports arenas. With a long-standing role in developing national and international standards, Acousto-Scan is widely respected for combining technical authority with hands-on experience.

Accredited Laboratory and Certified Field Test Institute with International Recognition

Being accredited is more than a formality; it is assurance of reliability and integrity. Acousto-Scan is a NATA ILAC ISO/IEC 17025:2017 laboratory with scope conforming to AS/NZS 4422, ensuring every test meets the highest standard of accuracy.

We are recognised worldwide as a Field Test Institute by leading sports bodies, enabling us to carry out FIFA field certification in Australia, Hockey turf testing in Australia, Tennis court surface testing in Australia, World Rugby field testing in Australia, and AFL/CA surface testing in Australia. Each programme involves stringent field and laboratory evaluations that confirm the safety, quality, and performance of the surfaces being tested. Our team also supports slip testing in Australia, helping facilities ensure player safety and compliance with recognised benchmarks.

Beyond testing, our expertise extends to technical committee work. Since 2003, we have contributed to the creation of major standards for FIFA, World Rugby, FIH, ITF, and AFL/CA, as well as active participation with Standards Australia. This involvement means our clients benefit not only from accredited testing but also from insights shaped at the very level where rules and specifications are written.

Comprehensive Playground Safety and Critical Fall Height Testing in Australia

Children’s safety in play spaces is a responsibility we take seriously. Acousto-Scan provides critical fall height testing in Australia to verify that surfaces meet the impact attenuation requirements outlined in AS/NZS 4422. Our accredited testing covers unitary surfaces, loose-fill materials such as sand or bark mulch, and on-site installations.

Through impact attenuation testing in Australia, we assess whether surfaces perform as intended in the event of a fall. Our reports clearly demonstrate whether the surfacing meets its rated critical fall height. For example, if a surface is rated at 2.5 metres, testing confirms its ability to safely absorb impact from falls up to that level.

With our field equipment and accredited laboratory procedures, we give councils, schools, and contractors peace of mind that their play environments meet safety expectations. We recommend routine testing at least once every three years to ensure compliance remains consistent over time.

Field Site Testing in Australia for Sports Performance and Safety Assurance

Every sport has its own demands, and surfaces must support both player safety and game performance. Acousto-Scan provides accredited field site testing in Australia, evaluating everything from shock absorption to surface evenness and ball interaction.

In football, our role as a FIFA-accredited laboratory allows us to test and certify synthetic pitches to the FIFA Quality Programme. For hockey, we conduct detailed field certifications under the FIH Quality Programme, ensuring turf installations match approved products while meeting player comfort and drainage requirements. Tennis facilities benefit from our Tennis court surface testing in Australia, which verifies court installation quality in line with ITF One-Star requirements. Similarly, rugby and AFL/CA projects rely on our assessments to validate compliance with international and Australian-specific standards.

By providing such a wide scope of playground and surface product testing in Australia, we serve both community-based installations and high-performance sporting venues, ensuring the same level of rigour is applied no matter the scale of the project.

Equipment Sales, Operator Training, And Calibration Services

Testing is not only about results but also about having the right tools and training to achieve them. Acousto-Scan supplies impact-attenuation field testing equipment, including the Wireless Value Platinum — a Bluetooth free-fall head that eliminates trailing cables during drop testing.

We offer training courses that prepare operators to perform tests confidently and correctly under AS4422 requirements. Participants are trained in assembly, operation, testing, and reporting, ensuring competence even outside NATA laboratory settings. Calibration services are also essential, with equipment required to be re-certified by a NATA-accredited laboratory every two years.

Through equipment sales, training, and technical support, we help organisations maintain their own testing capacity while still meeting accredited standards.

Sports Field Aerial Photography in Australia for Documentation and Promotion

Modern projects increasingly look beyond certification to visual documentation. Acousto-Scan provides sports field aerial photography in Australia, capturing installations and their surrounding districts with precision. CASA-certified with Remote Pilot Licences (RePL) and Operator Certificates (ReOC), our drone services offer a unique perspective on sports surfaces.

Often conducted alongside certification work, such as FIFA field testing, aerial photography provides clients with professional imagery that showcases both the surface and the broader facility. These visuals are valuable for record-keeping, project reporting, and promotional purposes.

Why Organisations Across Australia Trust Acousto-Scan

What sets Acousto-Scan apart is the combination of accreditation, field experience, and a track record of shaping the very standards by which surfaces are tested. Our expertise spans across playgrounds, athletics tracks, football pitches, tennis courts, hockey turfs, rugby fields, and AFL/CA surfaces.

Clients choose us because we provide not only accredited laboratory testing but also practical guidance, field certification, aerial photography, training, and equipment. Our independence guarantees unbiased results, while our long-standing involvement in technical committees ensures our work is aligned with the latest international and Australian requirements.

From playground surfacing testing in Australia to synthetic sports surface testing in Australia, our mission is consistent: to ensure safety, performance, and confidence in every project. Whether for a local school playground or an international-standard stadium, Acousto-Scan remains the trusted partner in testing, certification, and training.