For public playgrounds in Malaysia, most (75.6%) are in a bad state, according to a recent study on 40 parks. “They should engage certified playground safety inspectors (CPSI) to work with contractors in the installation and maintenance of playgrounds,” she says. To set a benchmark on safety nationwide, the Department of Standards Malaysia has updated standards that public playgrounds should adhere to. If they can do that, it will be a very good start in boosting playground safety,” Rotina says. Noting that there is low awareness on playground safety, she urges parents to always supervise their children when they are at playgrounds.

Source: The Star April 01, 2018 00:28 UTC