Other playground equipment hazards which can cause strangulation include ropes, hats, and strings on clothing. Don't allow your child to tie ropes to playground equipment or around them. Remove hats and clothing with strings when your child is playing on gym equipment. Long strings should be removed from clothing entirely. Parents need to protect them and teach them to protect themselves.
Safety is an ongoing process.
As parents and caregivers, we are constantly challenged to stay ahead of our children's' developmental abilities. Following these tips will surely help your child's summer memories be about playing in the yard not, not crying in the emergency room. Part 2 of this series will discuss riding toys and equipment, barbecue basics, and sunburn and dehydration. You need to be using Netscape Navigator 3.0 or Internet Explorer 3.0 or later to use this functionality.