It’s expected for your child to be kept safe and sound when at daycare or school. When he or she heads out to the playground, there should be oversight. If an accident takes place there should be immediate help for your child.
Are there really that many playground injuries each year?
There are more than 200,000 playground injuries treated every year in emergency departments around the United States. Some kids might fall and break bones or suffer serious injuries like internal injuries, brain injuries, or severe lacerations.
Common risks kids are exposed to on playgrounds
The risk of injury is caused by many different variables. Falls are the most common cause of injuries on playgrounds. Equipment breakage, poor design or problems with assembly lead to about 25% of reported playground related injuries. It’s wise to check over playground equipment to ensure it’s not rusted and that all hardware is in place to hold it together.
For kids playing on asphalt, concrete, dirt or grass, the likelihood of being injured more than doubles compared to that of an impact-absorbing surface such as rubber matting. Impact-absorbing textiles reduce the impact a child suffers, reducing the severity of injuries to the head and reducing the likelihood of bruising and broken bones.
If playground equipment hasn’t been taken care of or if a school fails to keep its playgrounds safe, you could have a case against the facility. A personal injury attorney would help you research potential claims related to injuries sustained.
For further information or to schedule a free initial consultation call 866.452.3741 or visit www.merdes.com. The Merdes Law Firm has been helping injured Alaskans for more than 30 years. It’s who we are; and while we hope you never need us … We’re here if you do.
Source: National Safety Council, “Landing Lightly: Playgrounds Don’t Have to Hurt“
