A protective surface is essential

Canadian safety standard CAN/CSA-Z614 states that outdoor playground equipment with a fall height of over 12 inches must include a base filled with protective surfacing. We have three such types of materials: sand, washed and sifted; gravel, and; 100% cedar fibre (no bark).

To contain this protective material effectively, you can do no better than our moulded polyethylene border. Its tongue-and-groove ends have earned it recognition as one of the strongest on the market.

And there you have it, a playground that’s strong, enjoyable and safe for everyone!

Several choices for your surfaces

Sand

Benefits

  • Economical
  • Low replacement and improvement costs
  • Maintains shock absorbance properties
  • Effective drainage
  • Available in some regions only

Gravel

Benefits

  • Round pebbles
  • Will not attract pets
  • Low volatility
  • Effective drainage
  • Stays dry in the rain
  • Raises no dust
  • Available in some regions only

100% Cedar fibre

Benefits

  • Non-abrasive
  • Contamination-free
  • Will not attract pets
  • Maintains shock absorbance properties
  • Low replacement and improvement costs
  • Accessible to persons with disabilities
  • Minimal maintenance required for surrounding playground area
  • Triax 2000-tested
  • This surface meets the requirements of Article 10.1 of the Canadian safety standard CAN/CSA-Z614 through the ASTM-F-1292 test method

Protective surfaces

PREVENT ACCIDENTS

Reduce the chances of injury due to falls!

To avoid 70% of playground accidents, we recommend the wise choice and maintenance of protective surfacing. Regular checks of its condition are essential to maintain absorption capacity at its best.