Children\\\’s Safety Measures In Playgrounds

playground equipment inspection

Kico is a leading Australian provider of playground testing services. Our team of dedicated playground safety experts provides comprehensive testing, inspection, and certification of playgrounds, ensuring they meet all relevant safety standards. We offer a wide range of services to meet the individual needs of our clients, including: 

  • Comprehensive playground risk assessments and reports.
  • Testing of playground equipment inspection, such as slides, swings, and climbing frames
  • Inspection and certification of playgrounds, including structural integrity and safety of components.
  • Installation, maintenance, and repairs of playgrounds. 
  • Advice and guidance on the development of new playgrounds
  • Assessments of existing playgrounds and their suitability for use 
  • Reports on the condition and safety of playground equipment
  • Development of playground safety plans
  • Training and education on playground safety 

Key Values

We strive to provide the highest quality of service and to ensure that all playgrounds are safe and enjoyable for children and adults alike. Our team of experts is committed to providing a personalised service, tailored to the individual needs of each client. We are dedicated to ensuring that all playgrounds are safe and fun for everyone to enjoy.

Safety Procedures

Playground surface testing is an important part of ensuring that playgrounds are safe and accessible for children. Testing helps to identify areas where the surface may be too hard, too soft, uneven, or contain dangerous materials. It also helps to detect any hazardous materials that may be present, such as lead or asbestos. Testing also helps to ensure that the surface meets standards for shock absorption, which reduces the risk of injury from falls.

Finally, testing can provide information about the condition of the playground surface, allowing for preventative maintenance and repairs when needed. Testing helps ensure that children can play safely and enjoyably on playgrounds.

playground Testing

 Playground surface testing is a process in which materials are tested to ensure that they are safe for use in playgrounds. It includes measuring the depth, impact absorption, drainage, slip resistance, and other properties of the surface to determine whether it meets safety guidelines. This testing is important to provide a safe and enjoyable play environment for children.

Testing involves using specialized equipment such as impact testers, depth gauges, and slip testers to measure the properties of the surface, and then comparing the results to established standards. It is important to regularly test playground surfaces to ensure that they are safe for use.

Playground safety is important because it helps to ensure that children are not exposed to hazards that could result in severe injury or death. It is important to create a safe and enjoyable environment for children to play in, and the implementation of safety protocols and procedures can help to ensure that this is the case. Additionally, playground safety helps to protect the physical and psychological well-being of children, as they are more likely to engage in physical activity and take risks when they feel safe and secure.

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