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One of the most important things you can do to reduce the likelihood of serious head injuries is to install shock-absorbing
protective surfacing under and around your play equipment. The protective surfacing should be applied to a depth that is suitable
for the equipment height in accordance with ASTM F1292. There are different types of surfacing to choose from; whichever
product you select, follow these guidelines:
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of loose-fill materials such as wood mulch/chips, engineered wood fiber (EWF), or
shredded/recycled rubber mulch for equipment up to 2.45m (8 ft ) high; and 23 cm (9 in) of sand or pea gravel for equipment up to 1.5 m
(5 ft) high. NOTE: An initial fill level of 31 cm (12 in) will compress to about a 23cm ( 9
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The surfacing will also compact, displace, and settle, and should be periodically raked and refilled to maintain at least a 23cm (9 in) depth.
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16 cm (6 in) of protective surfacing for play equipment less than 1.2m ( 4 ft) in height. If maintained properly,
this should be adequate. (At depths less than 16 cm (6 in), the protective material is too easily displaced or compacted.)
NOTE: Do not install home playground equipment over concrete, asphalt, or any other hard surface. A fall onto a hard surface
can result in serious injury to the equipment user. Grass and dirt are not considered protective surfacing because wear and
environmental factors can reduce their shock absorbing effectiveness. Carpeting and thin mats are not adequate protective
surfacing. Ground level equipment -- such as a sandbox, activity wall, playhouse or other equipment that has no elevated play
surface -- does not need any protective surfacing.
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fill surfacing material. Marking the correct depth on the play
equipment support posts will help you to see when the material has settled and needs to be raked and or replenished. Be sure to
rake and evenly redistribute the surfacing in heavily used areas.
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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 Equipmen
t. 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
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Proper placement and maintenance of protective surfacing is essential. Refer to diagram on front cover. Be sure to:
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Protective Surfacing - Reducing Risk of Serious Head Injury From Falls
From the CPSC Outdoor Home Playground Safety Handbook. At http://www.playgroundregs.com/resources/CPSC%20324.pdf
Denotes Use Zone with Protective Surfacing
Denotes Use Zone with Protective Surfacing
Use Zone for Multi-Axis Swings
Use Zone for Single-Axis Swings
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