ASTM F 1487-98 Standard Consumer Safety Performance Specification for Playground Equipment for Public Use

ASTM F 1951-99 Standard Specification for Determination of Accessibility of Surface Systems Under and Around Playground Equipment

ASTM F 1292-99 Standard Specification for Impact Attenuation of Surface Systems Under and Around Playground Equipment

A new supplement to ADAAG covering play areas references several standards from the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM).  The definition of "Use Zone" in ADAAG 3.5 relies on the ASTM F 1487-98 Standard Consumer Safety Performance Specification for Playground Equipment for Public Use.  ADAAG 15.6.7 requires that ground surfaces along accessible routes, clear floor or ground spaces, and maneuvering spaces within play areas comply with the ASTM F 1951-99 Standard Specification for Determination of Accessibility of Surface Systems Under and Around Playground Equipment.  The ground surfaces must be inspected and maintained regularly and frequently to ensure continued compliance with this standard.  If located within use zones, the ground surfaces also must comply with the ASTM F 1292-99 Standard Specification for Impact Attenuation of Surface Systems Under and Around Playground Equipment.

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