Lack of supervision - The play area should be supervised and designed to make it easy for a caregiver to observe children at play. Maintenance - A regular maintenance program should be in place. There should be no missing, broken or worn-out parts on playground equipment. Sharp edge, pinch, crush and shearing hazards - There should be no sharp edges or points that could cut skin. Equipment not recommended for public playgrounds - Heavy swings, multiple occupancy swings, free swinging ropes and swinging exercise rings are examples of inappropriate equipment for public playgrounds.
Kids love to spend time riding bikes, but it's also important to ensure they are prepared properly.
Each year, incidents with bikes result in nearly 900 deaths and half a million injuries in the United States. Using proper safety equipment, such as helmets and protective gear is important, but rider actions and reactions also play a major role in preventing injury. The helmet should be worn flat atop the head and not at an angle. Be sure it fits snugly with the chin strap firmly buckled and does not obstruct the field of vision. See and be seen.