Korean J Child Stud. 1999; 20(1): 177-197.

Safety Requirements for Playground Equipment and Toys

아동 안전을 위한 국내 외 아동놀이시설물 및 놀이용품의 안전보호제도에 관한 연구

신동주,김명순

Dong Ju Shin,Myoung Soon Kim

The purpose of this study was to provide the basis for establishing policies and recommendations to the legal system to ensure children`s safety related to playground equipment and toys. The present legal system, including national inspections and safety requirements were reviewed both in Korea and other advanced countries. Several issues were found related to accident prevention and improvement of playground and toy safety in Korea. Recommendations were made for the development of educational safety programs for children, parents, teachers, consumers, industry, administrators, and policy makers.