News and Articles from Playground Guardian

A playground is an attractive feature of any neighborhood, church, or community center -- it’s a great place for children and families to socialize and have fun. As important as a playground is to its community, it’s even more important that it is a properly-maintained, safe play space. So, what steps can you take to... Continue Reading

Playground Maintenance & Repair Your playground represents much more than a long-term investment -- it’s a safe, fun environment for kids and families alike! That said, it takes a lot of time and care to keep it that way. Over time, playground equipment and safety surfacing can be subject to damage, whether it’s regular maintenance... Continue Reading

Spring is coming, which means more time spent outdoors and, hopefully, more kids and families enjoying your park or playground! That said, there’s a lot of work to be done to help get your playground ready for warmer weather. It is important to conduct routine inspections of equipment and surfaces to ensure they meet safety... Continue Reading

Playground, park, and facility managers should always consider doing routine inspections and maintenance for their playground equipment. Properly maintained playground equipment and surfaces are vital to keeping children and families safe while having fun. Here are a few maintenance and inspection tips from the team at Playground Guardian: Schedule inspections and maintenance regularly Inspect and... Continue Reading

Parents and children deserve to know that their playgrounds, play equipment, and other facilities are safe. If your park has pavilions, picnic tables, and other facilities that are used by the public, make sure you keep them safe with regular inspections and audits.  So, what is the difference between a playground inspection and an audit?... Continue Reading

Each year, thousands of children are injured while playing on playgrounds. The nature of the surfacing under and around playground equipment can play a big role in determining safety. Surface impact testing helps you ensure your surfaces are safe for children at play. What is Surface Impact Testing? Surface impact testing simulates a child falling... Continue Reading

Colder weather is on its way – but that doesn’t mean that playtime has to stop! Playgrounds are a wonderful resource for getting exercise and burning off energy during the wintertime. But, with colder temperatures, snow, and even hail, there are a few things you should consider to ensure the safety of your playground during... Continue Reading

Skateparks and playgrounds appear to be two very different structures. While there are many similarities between the two, there are also a number differences when it comes to inspection. Here's what you need to know about performing a skatepark inspection. Skatepark Inspection Basics The following items are high-frequency inspection items for skateparks. Keep reading beyond... Continue Reading