Most injuries are caused by falls. Installing the proper surfacing material under and at least 6' out from the equipment is an important element in providing a safe environment. And, probably the most important element of all is adequate supervision. One of the great gifts all children possess is imagination. Children are capable of creating all kinds of ways to use equipment that the manufacturer never dreamed.
Attentive supervision allows for imaginative and safe play.
Finally, regular and thorough inspection and maintenance are required to complete the play area safety program. We have included some articles and resources with the information to assist parents in becoming more informed about playground safety. As builders using pine, redwood, cedar, and a wide range of other materials in several thousand outdoor projects, we know outdoor wood. Because there is a great deal of misinformation in the marketplace regarding wood, we want to provide you with some facts that should help you make the wisest decision regarding the material used in your wooden playset. Properly processed, PTW will provide a lifetime of safe service.