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Playgrounds are great, outdoor sources of entertainment for kids of all ages. Parents can enjoy the sun and chat with friends while their children play in these supposedly safe environments. However, many people don’t realize that children do still need reasonable supervision while climbing on and running around these recreational areas. Playgrounds are not completely child-safe; kids can fall from substantial distances or cut themselves on abrasive edges that have formed on playground structures through wear and tear.
Children may be very creative in how they manage to hurt themselves while playing on a playground. By falling in contorted positions or even from tripping while running, these youngsters are liable to suffer very serious injuries, including the following:
- Fractures
- Internal injuries
- Concussions
- Dislocations
- Amputations
These severe injuries comprise about 45% of all playground-related injuries that children will sustain. Strangulation and serious falls account for the majority of playground-related deaths. As a parent, it is extremely important that you watch your children as they play and warn them of dangers posed by multi-story playgrounds and swing sets.
Not only should you play close attention to your child when at a playground, but you should also carefully inspect any area before letting your child free to play there. You should look for glaring hazards like sharp objects, unsteady or poorly secured structures, or anything else that would likely cause injury to a child.
If you would like to learn more about playground injuries and how to safeguard your child against dangers posed by these recreational areas, the St. Petersburg personal injury attorneys of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. can help. Contact our offices today at 1-800-931-4369 to speak with a qualified lawyer about your concerns.