The Newark Advocate – Staff Writer
Playgrounds provide a fun opportunity for children to explore and exercise. However, such recreation areas can be dangerous for children due to any improper use of playground equipment, faulty surfaces or play areas. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports over 200,000 children are treated in emergency rooms because of playground-related injuries each year. To help your child avoid injury, a parent or responsible adult should supervise the child while on the playground. All of the playground equipment, including slides, swings, monkey bars, etc., should be checked for any rusted, loose or sharp parts to decrease the risk of injury.