Play in 2025.

During the past 15 years, innovations in technology have led to new playground equipment and surfacing practices.

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Play allows children to develop gradually and test their skills by providing a series of graduated challenges.

Toddlers, preschool- and school-age children differ dramatically, not only in physical size and ability, but also in their intellectual and social skills. Therefore, age-appropriate playground designs should accommodate these differences with regard to the type, scale, and the layout of equipment.

Travel patterns, proximity hazards, sun exposure, slope and drainage.

Safety standards have been set in place to protect potential entrapment, sharp points, angles, corners, edges, suspended and tripping hazards,

Park Layout

There are several key factors to keep in mind when laying out a playground: accessibility, age separation, conflicting activities, sight lines, signage, and supervision. Different types of equipment have different use zones that must be maintained.

Accessibility

Equipment selection and location along with the type of protective surfacing are key components to ensuring the opportunity for children with disabilities to play on the playground. ASTM Standard Specification for Determination of Accessibility of Surface Systems Under and Around Playground Equipment, ASTM F1951.