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PLAYGROUND SAFETY PUBLICATIONS

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321Little Big Kids
For parents to read with their kids (ages 3-5) on the topic of playground safety.


 


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323Home Playground Safety Tips
Reports that each year an estimated 51,000 children are treated in U.S. hospital emergency rooms for home playground-related injuries -- mostly resulting from falls. Provides tips on protective surfacing, fall zones, reducing hazards, and maintenance.

 

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PDF-Spanish
325Handbook for Public Playground Safety
Presents playground equipment safety information in the form of guidelines. Intended for use by parks and recreation personnel, school officials, equipment purchasers, installers, and others interested in playground safety (46 pages).
 


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327Public Playground Safety Checklist
Use this checklist to inspect local school and community playgrounds and notify school or park officials about any hazards found.


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328Soft Contained Play Equipment Safety Checklist
CPSC staff developed checks to help parents and children use Soft Contained Play Equipment safely.


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5036Prevent Burns on Hot Metal Playground Equipment
Safety Alert


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5065Strangulation Hazard with Playground Cargo Nets
Safety Alert


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5094Strings Can Strangle Children on Playground Equipment
Safety Alert


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5119Never Put Children's Climbing Gyms On Hard Surfaces, Indoors Or Outdoors
Safety Alert


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5121Wear Bike Helmets On Bicycles - Not On Playgrounds
Safety alert on a hidden hazard


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6005CPSC Staff Recommendations for Identifying and Controlling Lead Paint on Public Playground Equipment
Executive Summary


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6006Recommendations for Identifying and Controlling Lead Paint on Public Playground Equipment


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6007Questions and Answers for Lead Paint on Public Playground Equipment Prepared by CPSC Staff


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