Play Safety

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

Reviewed December 2011

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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 2011
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:   Jul 2011
Title:   Child safety - playground equipment
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Falls from playground equipment often result in injury. 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:   Jun 2011
Title:   Scooters and safety
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   The scooter (also known as a foot or kick scooter) is a popular toy for children and adults. Falls and collisions with cars and pedestrians are common, especially for children. Essential safety equipment includes a safety helmet (mandatory) and guards for the wrists, elbows and knees. Teach your child road safety rules.
Date:   Mar 2011
Title:   Bicycles, scooters and skateboards
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   A guide to how protective gear, safety lessons, role modelling by parents and riding in a safe place reduce the dangers of using toys with wheels.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   How children develop: 3-5 years: play and safety
Publisher:   Queensland Health
Description:   This fact sheet describes how 3-5 year old children develop through play and safety issues to be aware of.
Date:   Jul 2009
Title:   How children develop: 2-3 years: play and safety
Publisher:   Queensland Health
Description:   This factsheet is about development of 2 to 3 year old children through play, and also the types of safety precautions parents and carers should keep in mind.
Date:   Jul 2009

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