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Playground injury prevention

Fall prevention involves identifying and reducing hazards that could cause a child to slip, trip, lose balance, or fall in a restroom.

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Outdoor games for children

Outdoor games for children

Why outdoor games matter Outdoor games are more than a way to pass the time. They help children accumulate physical activity in a form that usually feels enjoyable rather than imposed. In the research literature, more outdoor time is associated with greater activity and less sedentary behaviour, and that pattern is especially relevant in childhood, […]

Public restroom safety for children

Public restroom safety for children

Why public restrooms require active safety planning Children have different proportions, balance, strength, and risk perception than adults. A toilet that seems stable to an adult may be difficult for a small child to approach, sit on, or stand from safely. A sink may be too high, a hand dryer may startle a child, and […]