We encourage kids to get outside and get exercise this summer – but to be safe while on the playground. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends these tips for playground safety:
- Always supervise children on play equipment to make sure they are safe.
- Purchase playground equipment that meets the latest safety standards.
- To help cushion falls which are common injuries on playgrounds, maintain at least 9 inches of protective surfacing, including shredded/recycled rubber, wood chips, wood mulch (non-CCA treated), sand or pea gravel under and around playground equipment.
- Check that protective surfacing extends at least 6 feet in all directions from play equipment. For swings, extend protective surfacing in front and back of the swing, twice the height of the suspending bar.
- Repair sharp points or edges on equipment. Replace missing hardware and close “S” hooks that can cause injuries.
We hope that you have a safe and fun summer at the playground!
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Tags: Mulch, playground, Playground Equipment, Safety standards, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
