National Playground Safety Week was April 23-27, 2007

 

Playground Safety

Playground injuries are the most common cause of unintentional injury to children at school.

Each year, there are over 200,000 injuries and more than 15 deaths associated with public playground equipment. Approximately 75% of all playground- related injuries are caused by falls. There are 50,000 injuries each year directly related to play equipment in the homes or backyards that require medical attention.

Most playground injuries can be avoided by making sure that playground areas are safe and that children are taught to use the equipment correctly. The primary factor in reducing playground unintentional injuries is proper supervision.

-- Prevention is the BEST Protection
Maryland EMS for Children
2007