Playground Hound LLC and Slyde are devoted to the safety and well-being of our children.  Safety fairs, city parks & recreation programs and child care facilities are also perfect places for Slyde to teach playground safety awareness. If you are a teacher or playgrouond supervisor, check out our friends at Playground Hound and see how they can help you teach playground safety.

Slide safety guidelines should be followed at all times and children must learn to follow the rules. Teach the children always go down the slide feet first and never head first. These guidelines apply to wooden swing set , metal swing set and bounce houses that have slides. Children need to understand why they should not go down a slide head first. Instruct the Kids to never run down the slide and to never climb from the bottom of the slide up to the top of the slide. Also, make sure they don’t run up the slide.  Always teach Kids to look before coming down the slide to ensure that the slide is clear. Adult supervision is alway a must when children are playing.

Kettler® Kettrikes™ Receive Esteemed Endorsement: Renowned Professor, Dr. Stephan Starischka, Department Head of Training & Research at the institute for Sport Science, University of Dortmund (Germany) grants endorsement of Kettler® tricycles: “Kettler® tricycles are manufactured according to ergonomic and biomechanical standards in order to promote a correct and healthy body posture in children. Accurate body posture is extremely vital during a child’s growing stages and can be a decisive factor in preventing lifelong posture related to ailments. Kettler® tricycles provide the ideal vehicle for kids to explore their environments and curiosities while simultaneously fulfilling their requirements for exercise and active lifestyle in a playful manner.”

Now that your swing set has been delivered, it is important to read the owner’s manual before assembling your swing set, as it provides additional information on the installation, care and use of your Playset. You must carefully read the entire instruction manual before proceeding with the assembly or use of your new swing set. All of the manufacturers build and design there swing sets with your child’s safety in mind. However, only with careful adult supervision and proper safety instructions, can you be assured of safe play time on any playset designed for children. So, please follow the guidelines and be sure to teach the children the safety rules.

Everyone knows what company is famous for making high quality metal swing sets and that company is Kettler.  Did you know that Kettler makes tricylces and pedal cars in the same quality as they do swing sets and slides? Well, they do, and they are the best German engineered swing sets and trikes you can find anywhere.  Kettler can make your swing set choice as simple as can be.  Choose from the Deluxe Double Swing Sets or the Multiplay Swing Sets, both on sale at Best Price Toys.

Wow, Swing N Slide announces it’s newest swing set called the Winchester. This huge playset features three Play Decks totaling 32 sq. ft. Your Kids will be in awe when they play on this swing set. The Winchester Swing set comes with pre-cut premium lumber, award-winning Rapid-Loc Bracket System. The top fort has a peek a boo window and little cafe canopy above the picnic table. This is one of the best looking swing sets we’ve seen in a long time.

When Kids are swinging on a wooden swing set they should be understand the safety rules. This includes only one child per swing seat. Teach children to sit in the center of swing, with their full weight on seat. Children should NOT twist swing chain, or loop them over the top support bar since this may reduce the strength of the chain. Reinforce this rule, DO NOT swing empty seats (swings or gliders) and remind everyone, DO NOT walk close to, in front of, behind, or between moving swing sets or children sliding. These guidelines are for metal swing sets and wooden swing sets.

Monkey Bar Safety Reminders - Children should NOT use the monkey bars on the top ladder when swings and/or trapeze are in use. Swing accessories should be removed before using the monkey bars. Monkey bars are not intended for children under seven years old. Do not allow children under age 7 to use monkey bars unless supported by an adult. Children should NOT be on the top surface of the top ladder. On-site adult supervision is required at all times for children of all ages.

Creative Playthings takes great care to design its products with your child’s safety in mind. However, only with careful adult supervision and proper safety instructions, can you be assured of safe play time on any product designed for children. Now that you have purchased a Creative Playthings Swing Set, please take the time to read the owner’s manual before assembling your swing set, it provides additional information on the care and use of your swing set. You must carefully read the entire instruction manual before proceeding with the assembly or use of your new Playset. Remember, teach the children how to properly use the swing set and review the rules of play.

Guidelines for Creative Playthings maintenance for wooden swing sets. Wooden swing sets will last for years with proper maintenance. Maintenance of the Playtime Series Playset finish will vary depending on weather climate. As a safety precaution, check all hardware for tightness twice a month during use and at the beginning of each play season. Tighten as required and specified in the owners manual. Do not over tighten. Check structure twice monthly during usage for any evidence of deterioration. If upon inspection, hardware has sharp edges, rusted or structural pieces have signs of premature failure; replace them through Creative Playthings Customer Service. Oil all metallic moving parts monthly during the usage season. The swings, trapeze, tent, rope ladders, and any other removable plastic accessories should be removed and taken indoors when outside temperatures drop below 32° F (0° C). Wood will expand and contract as it adjusts to temperature changes and varying moisture conditions. Checks or cracks are a natural characteristic of all wood and will not affect the strength or durability of the wooden components. To maintain the finish of your swing set, a light sanding and an application of an exterior stain will repair scratches and prevent wood from aging prematurely. Finishes applied to ladder rungs must not create a slippery surface. Never varnish or paint! When refinishing rungs, sand lightly and use an exterior stain or boiled linseed oil. The wood parts of your Playset should never be disposed of by burning. Dispose of all parts so as not to create a hazard.