Safety in school and daycare playgrounds starts with clear boundaries. When a playground is fenced off and supervised, children feel safer and risks are reduced. A fenced-off playground prevents outsiders from entering the area and reduces the number of children wandering off as well as traffic accidents. The Finnish Safety and Chemicals Agency (Tukes) recommends fencing off play areas either completely or partially to prevent, for example, vehicles from entering the area. The National Board of Education’s guidelines also emphasizethatContinue reading “A Safe School Environment Requires Careful Fencing”
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Fencing for a playground – special requirements for child safety
The primary purpose of a playground fence is to keep children safe and to securely separate the play area from the surrounding space. A properly selected and installed fence protects children from, for example, cars driving through the yard and prevents children from accidentally leaving the supervised area. Safety studies and official recommendations emphasize that child safety requirements must be followed in the design and construction of the fence. Property owners and contractors should familiarize themselves with these regulations beforeselecting a fence solution. Continue reading “Wire Mesh Fence for a Playground – Special Child Safety Requirements”
How do you choose the right height for a fence in a schoolyard?
The design of a schoolyard fence always prioritizes safety. The fence’s most important function is to prevent children from wandering off and to provide adults with a clear view of the entire schoolyard. For daycare centers and elementary schools, a fence approximately 120 cm high is recommended—high enough to prevent climbing attempts but not so high that a fall would cause a hazardous situation. The best solution is a solid, vertically slatted metal structure that does not provideany footholds suitable for climbing.Continue reading “How to Choose the Right Height for a School Playground Fence?”
Making the Daycare Playground Safe with a Fence – Planning Tips
Proper fencing of a daycare center’s outdoor area is of the utmost importance for the children’s safety and the functionality of the playground. A properly selected safety fence prevents children from wandering off and outsiders from entering the area, while withstanding the elements and daily use for decades. The design must take into account EU safety regulations, technical details, and gate functionality to ensure that the daycare yard meets all requirements for a safe environment for children to grow up in. A three-wire fence, or modular fence, is oftenthe best option. Continue reading “Making the Daycare Playground Safe with a Fence—Design Tips”
