Play Structure Use Zone
1.4
Poured-In-Place Surfaces or Pre-Manufactured
Rubber Tiles—
You may be interested in using surfacing other than loose-
fill materials – like rubber tiles or poured-in-place surfaces.
1.4.1 Installations of these surfaces generally require a professional and
are not “do-it-yourself” projects.
1.4.2 Review surface specifications before purchasing this type of
surfacing. Ask the installer/manufacturer for a report showing that the
product has been tested to the following safety standard: ASTM F1292
Standard Specification for Impact Attenuation of Surfacing Materials
within the Use Zone of Playground Equipment. This report should show
the specific height for which the surface is intended to protect against
serious head injury. This height should be equal to or greater than the fall
height – vertical distance between a designated play surface (elevated
surface for standing, sitting, or climbing) and the protective surfacing
below – of your play equipment.
1.4.3 Check the protective surfacing frequently for wear.
1.5
Placement—
Proper placement and maintenance of protective
surfacing is essential. Be sure to:
1.5.1 Extend surfacing at least 72 in. (1829 mm) from the equipment in all
directions.
1.5.2 For to-fro swings, extend protective surfacing in front of and behind
the swing to a distance equal to twice the height of the top bar from which
the swing is suspended.
1.5.3 For tire swings, extend surfacing in a circle whose radius is equal to
the height of the suspending chain or rope, plus 6 ft in all directions.
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