Children’s playground equipment and surfacing

Designation Number:
Z614:20
Standard Type:
National Standard of Canada - Domestic
Standard Development Activity:
Amendment Revision
ICS code(s):
97.200.40
Status:
Proceeding to development
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Scope:

This Standard provides requirements for public-use playground equipment intended for use by children aged 18 months to 12 years, with anthropometric limits based on the 95th percentile. It takes into account the physical size, special characteristics, and developmental needs of children so that appropriate and challenging play experiences are provided. This Standard applies to outdoor public-use playground equipment found at schools, parks, childcare facilities, institutions, multiple-family dwellings, private resorts and recreation developments, restaurants, and other areas of public use.

Project need:

This amendment is expected to resolve a safety hazard identified in one of the clauses that may endanger children climbing on swing play structures.

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