HowtoMakePlayground SurfacesSafeforPlaying?
To ensure children's safety, playground surfaces must be safe. A good surface helps avoid falls, and injuries and makes kids happy.
Here are some steps to ensure that your playground surface is safe for playing:
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ChoosetheRightSurface
Cushioned, easy-to-maintain and debris-free playground surfaces are ideal Rubber mulch, shredded tires, synthetic turf, wood fiber matting, and poured-in-place rubberized surfaces are popular
MaintaintheSurface
Regularly clean and inspect the playground surface Make sure that it is free from debris, including glass, sharp rocks, sticks, and other items
InstallAdequateDepth
Playground surfaces should match equipment height An ADA-compliant swing needs 12 inches of loose-fill material like rubber mulch Taller components may need more
ChooseAppropriateEquipment
Playground equipment should match the surface, be age-appropriate, and be fun for all ages Provide enough space between items so youngsters may move freely without hitting other equipment
Although careful selection of materials and equipment can help make a playground safe, sufficient supervision is still needed to ensure kids follow your facility's rules when playing outside
By taking these steps, you can help ensure a safe playground.