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Playground Safety Publications

Web Exclusives
Document NumberPublicationDescription
321Little Big Kids (PDF)For parents to read with their kids (ages 3-5) on the topic of playground safety.
327Public Playground Safety Checklist (HTML) Use this checklist to inspect local school and community playgrounds and notify school or park officials about any hazards found.
328Soft Contained Play Equipment Safety Checklist (HTML)CPSC staff developed checks to help parents and children use Soft Contained Play Equipment safely.
5036Prevent Burns on Hot Metal Playground Equipment (HTML) (PDF)Safety Alert.
5065Strangulation Hazard with Playground Cargo Nets (HTML) (PDF)Safety Alert.
5094Strings Can Strangle Children on Playground Equipment (HTML) Safety Alert.
5119Never Put Children's Climbing Gyms On Hard Surfaces, Indoors Or Outdoors (HTML) (PDF) Safety Alert.
5121Wear Bike Helmets On Bicycles - Not On Playgrounds (HTML) (PDF) Safety alert on a hidden hazard.
6005CPSC Staff Recommendations for Identifying and Controlling Lead Paint on Public Playground Equipment (HTML) Executive Summary.
6006Recommendations for Identifying and Controlling Lead Paint on Public Playground Equipment (HTML)  
6007Questions and Answers for Lead Paint on Public Playground Equipment Prepared by CPSC Staff (HTML)  


Neighborhood Safety Library
Document NumberPublicationDescription
323Home Playground Safety Tips (PDF) (PDF-SPANISH) 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.
324Outdoor Home Playground Safety Handbook (PDF) Safety information you need to know about planning, constructing, and maintaining an outdoor home playground.


Technical Reports and Handbooks
Document NumberPublicationDescription
325Public Playground Safety Handbook (PDF) 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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