ISO/TR 24666:2023—Probes for Playground Equipment Safety
Unfortunately, even with nationwide safety standards and regulations, playground accidents still happen. In fact, emergency rooms treat over 200,000 kids under the age of 14…
Unfortunately, even with nationwide safety standards and regulations, playground accidents still happen. In fact, emergency rooms treat over 200,000 kids under the age of 14…
Child development experts and parents agree play is an imperative part of childhood. Public play areas can help children develop physically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually….
In 1816, Friedrich Fröbel, a German educator and psychologist, introduced the concept of a “kindergarten,” which included an outdoor play area. He recommended playgrounds for…
Overall, intrinsic toy hazards have minimized, but toy-related injuries still occur. Continuing to assure safety in toy manufacture internationally, ISO 8124-1:2022 – Safety of toys…
For practically any child, visiting a playground is a treat, but having a playground back home is a blessing. However, the luxury of home equipment…
Public playgrounds provide children with a communal, carefree environment. It’s not only ideal but implied that all playground equipment remains safe. Unfortunately, according to the…
International standards address the safe design and testing of playground equipment, fences, and playground surfaces. For the European Union, a range of related standards or…