- It is recommended that on site adult supervision for children of all ages be present while swing sets are in use.
- Please prevent children from walking close to, in front of, behind or between moving items.
- Prevent children from twisting swing chains or ropes because this may reduce the strength of these items.
- Warn children to avoid swinging empty seats.
- Teach children to sit in center of swings with their full weight on the swing seats.
- Teach children to use the swing set in the intended manner.
- Teach children not to get off swing sets while still in motion.
- Parents should make sure children are dressed appropriately. For example; wear well fitting clothing, shoes; avoid ponchos and scarves or any loose fitting garment, which is potentially hazardous while using the swing set.
- Prevent children from climbing on wooden swing sets when wet.
- Check all nuts and bolts twice monthly during the usage season for tightness. Tighten as required. It is particularly important to check & tighten bolts at the beginning of each season.
- Check swings, chains and slides for cracks or deterioration. Replacement should be made at first sign of deterioration.
