Play Safety

Follow the links in the list below to find information on safety issues for children when playing and using play equipment.

Reviewed October 2007

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Title:   Playing safely
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Injury is the commonest cause of death and disability in the 1 to 3 year age group, and even small injuries can cause children a lot of pain. Most injuries happen at home. Some are caused by adults playing roughly with babies .
Date:   Jul 2008
Title:   Child safety - playground equipment
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Children using playground equipment are most often injured by falls. You can reduce the risk by always supervising your child, limiting their play to age-appropriate equipment and teaching them to use the equipment sensibly.
Date:   Dec 2007
Title:   Toy safety
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   For children to get the most out of toys they must be safe and the right toy for the child's age and ability.
Date:   Nov 2007
Title:   Tooth loss in children
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Even though baby teeth are designed to ultimately fall out, they are still important. Baby teeth allow the child to chew food, and they reserve the spaces in gum tissue for future adult teeth. Knocked-out teeth can be saved if they are properly cared for.
Date:   Aug 2007
Title:   Scooters and safety
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   The scooter has become a popular toy in Australia. Falls and collisions with cars and pedestrians are now disturbingly common. Essential safety equipment includes a safety helmet and guards for the wrists, elbows and knees.
Date:   May 2007
Title:   Playgrounds: fun without tears
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   Safety in playgrounds, backyards and on trampolines
Date:   Jan 2007
Title:   Will my child get hurt?
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   Proper equipment, warming up, rest breaks during physical activity, supervision and other precautions can help prevent injuries in children when they play sport or are active.
Date:   Dec 2006
Title:   Great! A playground
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   There are lots of different kinds of playgrounds but whatever type of playground it is, you need to have a check around before you play.
Date:   Oct 2005
Title:   Dental health tips for primary schoolers
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Supervise toothbrushing with a fluoride toothpaste, especially after meals, and teach your children to use dental floss as they get older.
Date:   Nov 2000
Title:   A parents' guide to holiday safety
Publisher:   Multicultural Health Communication Service (NSW)
Description:   Swimming pools, children's toys, bikes, Christmas lights and warm weather are all ingredients for having fun in the summer but they also have the potential to cause harm. Some good advice is offered for keeping children out of trouble.
Date:   Dec 1998
Title:   How safe are children's playgrounds?
Publisher:   Multicultural Health Communication Service (NSW)
Description:   An average of 19 children a day are admitted to hospital as a result of injuring themselves in a playground. Advice on how to help children avoid injuries on playground equipment is offered.
Date:   Jun 1997
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