| Table 1: Resources available for the prevention of playground injuries |
| Removing Playground Hazards for Our Children's Sake
(Alberta SAFE KIDS and Alberta Medical Association, Edmonton, 1994) A user-friendly community resource (booklet and slides) that outlines the process of improving playground safety. Available from Alberta SAFE KIDS, 4100, EDC, 8308114 St., Edmonton AB T6G 2V2; tel. 403 492-9997 |
| A Guideline on Children's Playspaces and Equipment
(Canadian Standards Association, Etobicoke, Ont., 1990. Product designation no. CAN/CSA-Z-614-M90) A technical document that defines minimal voluntary standards acceptable in the design and setup of playgrounds and playground equipment. Available from the Canadian Standards Association, 178 Rexdale Blvd., Etobicoke ON M9W 1R3; tel: 416 747-4000 |
| Study of Conformity of Children's Playspaces and Equipment to Voluntary Canadian Standard CSA A614-M90
(Montreal Public Health Unit, Montreal, 1993) Report of the results of research into injuries sustained on playground equipment in the Montreal area and conformity of playgrounds to the Canadian standards. Available from the Montreal Public Health Unit, 4835 Christophe Colomb St., Montreal QC H2J 3G8; tel. 514 528-2400, x3362 (Dominique Lesage) |
| When Child's Play Is Adult Business
(Canadian Institute of Child Health, Ottawa, 1987) A booklet outlining how to guard against the inherent dangers of playgrounds. Available from the Canadian Institute of Child Health, 512885 Meadowlands Dr., Ottawa ON K2C 3N2; tel. 613 224-4144 |