playground safety
The Playground Safety Advisory Service is a newly established, developing service within Kidsafe WA. It continues the work of the former Playsafe Advisory Association and is based on the model of the Kidsafe NSW Playground Advisory Unit. The Playground Advisory Service will offer:
- An information and advisory service on playground safety, design and maintenance
- Education and training on playground standards, inspection and maintenance
- Assistance to community groups and local government with planning and auditing playgrounds
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Introduction - Playground Safety Advisory Service
-This section describes the Playground Safety Advisory Service, its associated costs, and information on the Playground Falls Prevention Project.<More>
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Australian Standards for Playgrounds
-Find out information on the Australian Standards for Playgrounds.<More>
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The Importance of Play
-This section covers the different types of play and the types of areas they require.<More>
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Safe Play
-This sections identifies safety tips for encouraging safe but creative play.<More>
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Playground Hazards
-This section provides an overview of the most common hazards found in playgrounds.<More>
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Planning your Playground
-This section provides information on design, layout and selection of equipment for safer playgrounds.<More>
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Minimum Protection against Falling
-This section discusses Fall Zones and appropriate playground undersurfacing.<More>
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Shades and Plants
-What are suitable shade structures and suitable plants for shade and amenity in childrens play areas<More>
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Timber Treatment
-Appropriate and inappropriate timber treatments for use in playgrounds.<More>
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Maintenance and Risk Management
-Tips on maintaining playgrounds and play spaces, to manage the risks.<More>
