Playground Safety: Balance Beams

Although balance beams may be the simplest piece of playground equipment in the playground, they are not injury-proof.

To avoid injuries during falls from the balance beam, balance beams should be no higher than:

• Preschool-Age Children: 12 inches.

• School-Age Children: 16 inches.

source: http://www.cpsc.gov

If your child was severely injured from playing on a balance beam, you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills and pain and suffering if the equipment is not up to code. For a free playground accident lawsuit case evaluation, fill out the simple form below and your case will be reviewed within 24 hours.

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see also:

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