Book Cover; Title; Contents; Play statement; Introduction; The legal framework; The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and the Children Act 1989; Staffing and training; Adventure playground site and building; Structures and play features; Materials and equipment; Tools and work equipment; Health and hygiene; Accidents and emergencies; Activities off the site; SUMMARIES OF LEGISLATION AND REGULATION; Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974: the Regulations; Other significant legislation; List of contributors; Health and Safety Executive offices; Model risk assessment form; Useful contacts
Summary
Risk and Safety in Play draws on PLAYLINKS 35 years experience with adventure playgrounds and the findings in its three year development project 'Quality Play and Safety.' The text has been widely researched and commented on by playworkers
