9311 - Playground Equipment Policy

Policy 9311

SCHOOL FACILITIES 

Playground EquipmentThe board recognizes that playground equipment is an essential part of a complete school facility.  All playground equipment, whether purchased by the district or donated by a community or school-related group, should be assessed in terms of suitability and durability and for possible health or safety hazards.  Consideration shall also be given to potential hazards when the playground is unsupervised during nonschool hours.

The superintendent or designee shall develop specifications for playground equipment and related play surfaces.  These specifications shall serve as criteria for the selection of playground equipment.  Selection and installation of playground equipment shall be based upon safety and contribution to child development.

 

 

Cross Reference:         Board Policy 9310                  Safety Program

Legal Reference:         RCW   28A.335.300               Playground matting

 

Adoption Date:           July 15, 1997