If you want to make the most of your backyard when you have a family, you need to learn how to set things up for complete backyard play safety for children. No matter what age your children are, it’s likely they spend a great deal of time in the backyard. If this is the case, it will be very important for you to ensure their safety while they are out there.

Every child needs to be protected when they are outside but depending on the age of the child, if you create a safe backyard, you might be able to trust that your children will be safe to play while you watch from nearby or through a window.

So how can you set up a safe backyard for your children? Here are some tips:

• Avoid pesticides or bug killer that can harm your child if they get in it
• Make sure swings and other playthings are secure and safe
• Be sure there are no metal edges showing on toys and play equipment
• Always protect your child with sunscreen, even on cloudy days
• Avoid wet play equipment that can be slippery, slick and dangerous
• Wooden playsets are preferred over plastic or metal
• If you’re going to have a backyard playset, include mulch or rubber playground flooring for safety

Now that you know more about backyard play safety for children, you can create the best backyard playground for your child. Be sure you keep harmful chemicals or equipment put up in a storage shed for safety and out of your child’s reach.