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Playground Topics

Choose from the list of topics below for an overview of playground-related safety issues, along with ideas, tips and current research on each topic:

  • ADA and Playground Accessibility
  • Emergency Planning
  • Fall Height
  • Inclusive Outdoor Environments
  • Kickmats
  • Loose-Fill Surface Depth
  • Maintenance Plans
  • Playground Safety Report Card
  • Selecting Age-Appropriate Equipment
  • Tracking and Reporting Playground Injuries and Incidents

 

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