Summertime is here, and your kids are likely spending more time outside.
Playing outside is a big part of a child’s summer, and while we want them to be happy and have fun, we also want them to be safe.
That’s why we’ve put together these tips on creating a safe environment for your kids and their friends.
There was a time when the term “swing set” often meant a shabby metal or plastic structure with two or three swings attached.
But these days, swing sets are more sturdy, more elaborate and more fun, featuring swings, slides, climbing walls and other features that can provide your kids or grandkids with hours of backyard play.
There’s more to purchasing a swing set than just going to a retailer and ordering one. There are a number of factors you should consider when you choose your new swing set.
Swing sets typically require six feet of clearance around them for safety. You need a flat space free of overhanging branches. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recommends having a six-foot barrier between all playground equipment and structures such as homes or fences.
