Why equipment complies with safety criteria but kids still have accidents
This magazine article presents information and discussion under the following headings; (1) Playground accidents may not be caused by playground equipment, (2) Playground behaviour, not hazards may cause accidents, (3) Safety standards address hazards, not complete accident prevention, (4) Challenge: Rid playgrounds of hazards, keep appropriate risks, and (5) In the future: A comprehensive playground accident prevention plan?
Record #:
7201
Date:
2002
Format:
Magazine Article
Author:
Christiansen, Monty
Source:
Today's Playground: The National Magazine for Today's Playground Design & Standards
Citation:
(sep)02
Issue pages:
18-21
Keywords:
PLAYGROUND SAFETY;PLAYGROUNDS;PLAYGROUND BEHAVIOUR;RISK FACTORS;STANDARDS;RISK TAKING
Identity:
USA
Location:
f
Class:
G320
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