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… bravery, support, and empathy. Landscape Structures Inc., a Delano, Minn.-based commercial playground equipment manufacturer, understands this powerful reality. Play is fun, and physically beneficial, of course. But play … Play Design Philosophy to ultimately increase access, safety, comfort and social participation within the play …

… that our children are safe when playing on a playground? Safety standards, especially those related to playground safety surfaces, play a huge role in answering this question. But are the … than in an Automobile Crash.” Canadian Playground Advisory Inc., July 2011 ASTM WK44118 – “Revision of F1292 - 09 …

… children with the refreshing idea of getting wet. "Aquatic play has always been very popular," said Andre Khury, … Baker, marketing strategist for Waterplay Manufacturing Inc. "Now people at least say, 'Yeah, I think I've seen one … quick to point out that these concerns over the water's safety are extremely rare, but it is still very important to …

… Heightened awareness of playground safety has progressed rapidly in just the last 20 years. … Yet almost instinctively, we recognize the need for play and play settings. As one expert stated, “Children need … local circles as well as nationally. Landscape Structures Inc., a playground equipment manufacturer, makes playground …

… “We firmly believe that the development of the Play Community and the facilitation of FLOW are the main … and demonstrations, and sharing responsibility for safety. The more you do this, the more ownership they will … 2nd ed. State College, PA: Venture Publishing, Inc., 2013. … Building The Play Community …

… urban areas,” says Melinda Kempfer from Water Technology, Inc., an aquatic planning, design, and engineering firm … Children of all ages and their families are able to play together with interactive toys that shoot and spray … and be entertained for hours on end. A specially designed safety surface helps keep the children safe while they …

… grant process began late 2002. Elaine Sherman, Parity, Inc., and Cindy Burkhour, Access Recreation Group, had been … were attempting to develop ADA compliant public playground safety surfacing using Illinois recycled tires. While the … for ALL children by providing opportunities for inclusive play on all playgrounds; Minimize the cost of accessible …

… that a child with a disability is a child with abilities!" Play is very much a social process and the opportunity to be … of Americans with Disabilities Act regulations, ASTM safety standards, equipment selections, and budget … can (7) Be Comfortable. (Based on Me2 manual by Playcore, Inc. & K. Christensen, 2010) Overprotection of children with …

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… and grass of old, new questions are being raised about the safety of a popular cushioning material—recycled rubber tire … a second look at the practice of recycling tires for kids’ play spaces. And they are not liking what they see.  Health … by the non-profit group Environment and Human Health, Inc. in conjunction with Yale University 3, 96 chemicals were …

… Care There are three components to a successful playground safety program. The first component is the standard of care … to a new career. As an international risk consultant for play areas, she has worked with cities, school districts, … co-owner of Playground Medic, Peggy Payne & Associates, Inc., and Total Recreation Management Services, businesses …

… Steve King and his wife Barb founded Landscape Structures, Inc., a commercial playground equipment manufacturer … Society of Landscape Architects, a Certified Playground Safety Inspector, and a founding member and past President of International Play Equipment Manufacturers Association.  Steve has also …

… and universal design have on the usability of the play environment must be investigated. These principles … and independence to their life. Landscape Structures Inc. , a play equipment manufacturer in Minnesota, posted on … might be improved. This same reasoning is being applied to safety and performance requirements in play equipment design …

… Requirements + Inclusive Design Principles + Thorough Safety and Risk Assessment + Accurate Plan Implementation + … it applies to meeting the design objectives of a child’s play space. Since play is an important aspect of early … Playground Design Guide – 2012 Playworld Systems, Inc. Source … A Recipe for Access for All …

… Consumer product safety is a perennial topic of concern, and (thankfully) we … injuries that may occur on playgrounds. The International Play Equipment Manufacturers Association (IPEMA) is the … & Rubber Co. Columbia Cascade The Fibar Systems GameTime, Inc. KOMPAN/Big Toys LA Steelcraft Little Tikes Commercial …

… But have you thought about how it quenches our thirst for play? How do you know what kind of components you want to buy … your particular water play area. Aquajeux International, Inc. Since 1993, Aquajeux has been producing zero-depth … plastics, they are lightning proof structures, which is a safety plus. Protruding valves are not an issue, thus …

… 631-841-0363 Fax: 631-841-0562 Child Safe poured-in-place safety surface is an advanced shock absorbing playground … minimal maintenance. They turn playgrounds into accessible play areas that promote learning, creativity, interactive … online or call them today. GoldenLook International, Inc. 3401 House Anderson Rd. Euless, TX 76040 Phone: …

… over as she spent much of hers advocating for playground safety—sharing her passion, knowledge, and talents.  Fran … and fellow advocate in creating a safe world of children’s play for close to five decades. Frank Cosgrove, then the … her Associate in Total Recreation Management Services, Inc. in 2006 and will be proud to carry on with the business …

… a playground equipment manufacturer was adhering to the safety guidelines and standards put in place by the U.S. … met specific safety regulations. Thus, the International Play Equipment Manufacturers Association (IPEMA) was born. … the third-party organization, Detroit Testing Laboratory, Inc., while (CSA) International Inc., completes. Canadian …

… interactive water toys and spray features for water play and sprayparks in campgrounds, municipal parks, … golf courses and resorts. Ergonomically designed for safety, the products are nonmetal, lightning-proof and … after the sale. Vortex Aquatic Structures International, Inc. 328 Avro St. Montreal, Quebec H9R 5W5 Canada Phone: …

… the release of the Final Rule concerning accessibility at play areas. Peggy Greenwell likes to think of them as a … are.’” Which means that in addition to recently adopted safety standards, playground equipment designers and … Greenwell is working with Lani Wollwage of Kompan Inc., to put together a guidebook that will explain and …