Welcome to the area dedicated to Play and Leisure. 

Over recent years the provision of play equipment and outside play area has increased significantly.  Unfortunately there has also been an increase in the number of accidents reported in these areas.  Children's play areas are an asset if they have been well designed, are well managed and safe and suitable for children.

In this section you will find issues, regulations and good practice as well as areas of general health and safety which may be relevant.

If you have a specific query, you can always 'Ask the Expert'.