Indoor Playground Safety Checklist – What Parents & Owners Must Know

Indoor playgrounds are places of joy, exploration, and development — but only if they’re safe.

As a playground equipment manufacturer with over 15 years of experience, Dream Garden emphasizes that safety is not optional. It’s a must for:

• Parents who trust the facility with their children

• Business owners who want to avoid lawsuits and gain customer loyalty

• Governments who regulate public play spaces

This 2025 safety checklist outlines everything you need to ensure your indoor playground is up to standard — whether you're a parent, investor, or manager.

1. Material Safety Standards

• Non-toxic & BPA-free materials (PVC, foam, coatings)

• Fire-retardant (ISO / EN1176 compliant)

• Anti-bacterial and washable surfaces

Tip: Ask for CE or TUV certificates from the manufacturer.

2. Padding & Flooring

• ≥ 40mm for floors

• ≥ 50mm around steel pipes

• Anti-slip, impact-absorbing, and soft-touch surfaces

Never allow exposed metal, screws, or hard edges.

3. Structural Stability

• Anchored to ground or wall

• Reinforced steel frames (≥ 3.0mm thickness)

• Anti-rust coating: hot-dip galvanized or powder-coated

✅ Dream Garden uses piano-wire springs and industrial-grade platforms.

4. Zoning by Age & Height

Separate play areas based on age:

• 1–3 years: Low platforms, soft toys, no upper decks

• 4–8 years: Small slides, padded tunnels, safe obstacles

• 9–12 years: Ninja courses, wall climbing, trampoline zones

Mixing age groups is risky — always use signage.

5. Anti-Climb, Anti-Fall Design

• Safety nets on all elevated structures

• Side barriers ≥ 1 meter on platforms

• No climbing holds within 50cm of top edges

• Child-proof emergency exits

6. Routine Maintenance & Daily Inspection

Create a daily checklist for:

• Torn nets or worn mats

• Loose screws or bolts

• Slippery floors or dirty play zones

Monthly full inspection + yearly third-party testing recommended.

7. Cleanliness & Hygiene

• Hand sanitizers or spray stations at entry

• Easy-clean PVC and foam materials

• No carpet or fabric inside play zones

Optional: UV disinfection lights in foam pits and ball pits

8. Clear Signage & Supervision

• Age & height restrictions

• Max capacity signage

• Emergency routes visible

• Encourage parental supervision with reminders

9. Safety Certificates to Request

• CE (EU safety compliance)

• TUV Rheinland / SGS (independent audits)

• EN1176 & EN1177 (playground safety EU standards)

• ISO9001 (factory quality system)

Always ask for the official PDF files before purchase.

10. What Parents Should Look For

• Are the floors soft and anti-slip?

• Is there staff nearby?

• Are there sharp edges or broken parts?

• Is equipment labeled by age?

• Do you see an emergency exit plan?

If in doubt, don’t risk it.

Conclusion

Whether you operate a play park or visit one with your child — safety is everything.

Dream Garden designs and manufactures indoor playground equipment that complies with international safety standards. We offer:

• ✅ CE / TUV certified products

• ✅ Factory-direct pricing

• ✅ Installation & after-sales service

🛡️ Want a Certified, Safe Indoor Playground?

Dream Garden offers CE/TUV-certified indoor play systems, free design layout, and full global shipping.

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