NPPS PRODUCTS — EDUCATIONAL BROCHURES

Inspection Guide for Public Playgrounds

COST: $15 / 50 copies

Although adults and parents are not expected to be trained inspectors of playgrounds, they should visually inspect the equipment for safety problems. This pamphlet outlines ten ways adults can make America's playgrounds safe.

Planning a Play Area for Children

COST: $20 / 50 copies

The development of an appropriate play area for children takes careful planning. This easy-to-read brochure outlines 24 steps for planning a safe play area.
 

S.A.F.E. set includes: "S", "A", "F", and "E" brochures

COST: $35 / 50 sets or $15 / 50 copies of individual brochures

Set consists of four individual brochures, each describing one aspect of S.A.F.E. which contributes to playground safety.

  • The Supervision brochure gives tips on how to supervise playgrounds.
  • The Age-Appropriate brochure outlines what to look for in equipment to promote physical, social, intellectual and emotional development.
  • The Falls to surface brochure describes appropriate surfaces for playgrounds and specific guidelines about surface selection.
  • The Equipment maintenance brochure outlines what a safe playground should look like.

Also available in Spanish.

Tips for Playground Fundraising

COST: $20 / 50 copies

This brochure shares tips for raising money to help provide safe playgrounds for children.

Working to Make America's Playground S.A.F.E.

COST: $15 / 50 copies

Includes a description of the National Program for Playground Safety, program services, and available resources.

Available in Spanish.

Selecting Playground Surface Materials

COST: $25 / 50 copies

This decision-making guide deals with providing suitable fall protection for playgrounds. Also included are topics concerning accessibility, maintenance, and cost factors. Charts and selection guides are provided to illustrate key points.
 

Safety Brochure Packet

COST: $5.00

This packet includes one copy of each brochure that NPPS has available.