Considerations checklist – Layout and design of site facilities SUPERVISION
SAFETY CONVENIENCE INVITING INTERACTION
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Seating within or adjacent to play space for carers or parents Space beside seating for a wheelchair or pram Plenty of shaded seating Shelter from the elements, such as rain Visibility throughout the play space, especially from seating areas for parents Fully-fenced recreation area (or barrier), including toilet and picnic facilities Easy access to play areas in case of emergencies Minimise potential hazards, such as children climbing onto shade structures and trip hazards Convenient parking and blue parking bays within easy walking distance of entrance All essential facilities like toilets within the playground
• Welcoming signage • Same entrance for everyone • Comfortable amenities Encouraging interaction between families and their children with items like: • Playground elements – tandem slide, sand and water play, and games and language skills • seating/equipment combinations to encourage social interaction with other families • quiet gathering areas for social interaction.
Pioneer Park All Abilities Playground, Landsborough - 54 -