Equipment Selection
Last updated:Children really enjoy using play equipment and all the challenges it offers. Playground equipment is particularly good at providing for more active play, including movement such as climbing, swinging, sliding, and rotating.
All new equipment should comply with British Standards European Norm specification and guidance for play equipment.
Equipment manufacturers can advise on the best types of equipment for different play experiences.
The Association of Play Industries (API) is the trade association of equipment suppliers and manufacturers. Members of the API have been checked for reliability and offer a wide variety of types of products, as well as design advice.