In Addition, Adults Must:
• Not to walk close to, in front of, behind, or between
moving items.
• Not to twist the swing ropes, or loop them over the
top support bar, since this may reduce the strength
of the rope.
• Not to swing empty swing seats.
• Not to swing sideways into the path of adjacent
swings.
• Not to use the equipment in a manner other than
that for which it is intended.
• Not to get off the equipment while it is
in motion.
• Not to swing when they are wet or when the
equipment is wet.
• Not to stand in the swing seats.
• Not to ride or leave bicycles or other toys in the
swing area.
• Not to use hammers, saws, nails, or wrenches on
the equipment.
• Not to swing so high that chains become slack, or
above the height of the swing support.
• Not to climb on top of the swing support.
• Not to attach to the playground equipment any item
that is not specifically designed for use with the
equipment, such as (but not limited to) jump ropes,
clotheslines, pet leashes, cables, and chains. These
may become strangulation hazards.
• To sit in the center of the swings with their full
weight on the seats.
• To hold on to swings with
both hands.
• To watch for other children while swinging or playing
near the equipment.
• Limit swinging heights to each child’s
ability.
• Dress children appropriately for play. Use well-fitting
shoes that do not have slippery soles.
Avoid ponchos, scarves, hoods, loose-fitting clothing,
neckties, and any clothing with a drawstring. Serious
injury could result should any part of the children’s
clothing become entangled in the equipment.
• Do not allow children to play wearing helmets.
• Remember that children are inventive. When they
develop games that are unsafe, be alert and change
the rules.
Teach Children:
S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S
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-Use only construction grade, pressure treated lumber. 4x4's should be
a minimum of 3.5" x 3.5" and 4x6's should be a minimum of 3.5" x 5.5".
-Follow manufacturer's instructions for all accessories for spacing and
weight requirements.
