Safety - PRB+ Magazine

Life-Saving Deactivation

Whoever hung these life jackets on the fence was clearly done with them and certainly meant well. Maybe their kids grew out of them, and they thought someone else using the jackets would be better than tossing them in the dumpster.

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Safety 6 min read

Playground Safety Quiz

1.) You should always read the signs and labels at the playground before using it. A.) True B.) False Answer: A.) True Playgrounds are designed for different age groups and the proper age range for the playground should be posted on a sign or a sticker on the equipment.

Joann Robertson 2 min read

Playground Standards Have Changed

Are your playgrounds keeping up with the changes in ASTM Standards in 2021?

Rolf Huber 5 min read

Be Your Own Best Quality Control

Swift action, attentive supervision, and personal accountability can stop small warning signs from becoming costly or tragic failures.

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Programming 4 min read

Emergency Action Plans

Youth-sports emergency plans should address injuries, weather, violence, communication, staff responsibilities, and coordination with first responders.

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Programming 4 min read

Landscape Equipment

Effective landscape-equipment training reduces downtime, repair costs, missed assignments, accidents, and frustration for staff and residents.

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Parks 5 min read

Due Diligence:

In the following scenarios, ask yourself what you would do as a recreation professional: An 11-year-old boy is at baseball practice. All the players on his team are actively participating in a drill.

John Engh 4 min read