This Blog is for the purpose of sharing information and safety tips for children using playgrounds and swing sets. These can include both residential and commercial playgrounds, daycares centers and individual swing sets.

Friday 31 March 2006

Swings Sets make creative play - important for child development

Children who use today's swings sets are in for a treat. Much more so than a generation ago, these Swing Sets or most any playground equipment provides a much more interactive experience.

Telescopes, periscopes and many other types of playground accessories can all assist with those rapidly developing minds and help shape future engineers, archeologists, and even astronauts.

For more information, visit our sites children's sections at www.AmericanSwing.com

Monday 27 March 2006

Playground Equipment or Park equipment

swings and swingsets can fall under the category of either playground equipment or park equipment depending on what terms you use. Regardless of the term though, your swings, equipment, tire swings and playset accessories all need to be safe and reliable.

It is recommended that you check your equipment annually. For a checklist you can use, go to: www.americanswing.com/Safety-Information

Friday 17 March 2006

Playgrounds for Daycare Centers and other Facilities

Playgrounds for Daycare Centers and other facilities need to have the right balance of equipment. Swings, full swing sets, climbing, even handicapped facilities must all be considered when planning for your new equipment set up.

Look at our safety checklist and Swing Set samples to see how you can find just the right balance for your facility. We offer both of these things at no charge to you.

For more information go to: www.AmericanSwing.com