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Provide a Safe Environment For Active FunSupervise for Safer Play!
Providing proper supervision on the playground may contribute to safer play for children, reduce the risk of injury and increase the lifespan of your playground equipment.
As part of our Safety Resource Series, GameTime has published the Playground Maintenance Guide and Playground Supervision Guide. Authored by playground safety consultants Teri and Daniel Hendy of Site Masters Inc., these comprehensive guidebooks will help you properly identify and correct potential hazards on the playground, and provide tips for supervising the play environment effectively. Request your copy of the Playground Supervision Guide by clicking the button below. For more information, check out our Playground Maintenance Guide here.
National Recreation and Parks Association
84% of all playground accidents could be avoided through two activities: adult supervision and proper playground maintenance.
Daniel M. Hendy, CPSI
As a playground supervisor, how you approach the supervision of the playground may impact children’s physical safety and the opportunities they may have to develop physically, cognitively, communicatively, emotionally, and sociallProper Supervision Enhances the Play Experience
Our Playground Supervision Guide will help you identify the importance of the value of play and playground supervision, identify potential environmental and playground equipment hazards and develop active supervision practices to reduce injuries. It also includes guidelines to help you develop effective supervision and emergency response plans for continuous quality improvement.
Schedule Supervision Training in Your Area
GameTime hosts Playground Maintenance and Supervision training workshops across the country. Our half-day class covers a wide range of topics, and attendees are eligible for CEU credits. Request more information and schedule a workshop in your area today.