BS 8409:2002 pdf download
BS 8409:2002 pdf download.Soft indoor play areas —- Code of practice.
5.1.2 floors
Doorways should be provided with vision panels and door closera where appropriate. Doorways should not open into traffic areas or into areas of the play apace where they could present a hazard.
Measures should be taken to avoid finger and foot entrapment on doors.
NOTE Far example. a is aviulable to maak the kinged ide at doors ithtn the indoor play faciLity. Handles should be chamfered or rounded and, where children need to use a door, should be fixed to a height of 610 mm.
5.1.3 Ventilation and lighting
The indoor play facility should have ventilation designed in accordance with BS 5720. BS 5925 or P1) CR 1752 as appropriate.
NOTE Further guidance on tntertur %eIgdstaua can be obtained in the Chactered Inatmat on of Building Serewes Engineer..
Giude A.’ EvfroraieniaJ draign 121 and Guide’ & l,vawJIatio,, mad equipment data 131-
The indoor play facility should have adequate lighting in accordance with BS 6206-1 and B.S 8206-2.
NOTE Further guidance on hghring can be obtained in thc Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineer. Code jw interior.
IlsAting 141
5.1.4 Storage space
Suitable and surncient storage should be provided for shoes and outdoor clothing outside the playing area. 5.1.5 Playing and other areas
Playing areas should he clearly identified and kept separate from refreshment, adult seating and other social areas.
5.1.6 Emergency access
Emergency doorways should be audio alarmed for supervision purposes and should lead to a safe area. The choice of floor surface to and around emergency exits should take into account that children may not have Lime to put on shoes and will therefore only have socks on their feet.
5.1.7 Vision panels
If glass is used for vision paneLs in the vicinity of the indoor play area it should be safety glass as specified in BS 6206. If other materials are used for vision panels they should be inherently robust. e.g. transparent polyrarbonates.
5.1.8 Toilet and baby changing facilities
Proper toilet and baby changing facilities are essential. These should be housed within the facility or close at hand. Soap and means of hand drying should be provided within the facility, in accordance with 115 64651.
NOTE Attention is drawn to the Health and Satety at Work etc. Act 1974 lal. which specifies provisions fur the temperature at water at wash hand basins,
5.1.9 Security aspects
Security aspects of design should be considered.
NOTE Doors with alarms, closed-circuit ieleveoon siad tagging .yet.’ma may be used to enhance child security.
5.1.10 Children with special needs
There are many different types of special needs that can affect the way in which children use an indoor play facility and how it is managed. e.g. they might have specific safety needs, Before allowing use of a general purpose indoor play facility, therefore, managers should carry out a risk assessment and undertake appropriate measures. This cnn mean temporary or permanent alteration to the design, staffing and management.
5.2 DesIgn and layout of indoor play area
5.2.1 General
Unless stated otherwise, play equipment conforming to BS EN 1176 should be used. Play features should not be placed in a position that creates a hazard with other activities, for example activities that cause children to linger at a slide run-out.
5.2.2 The use of exterior equipment indoors
There may be partwular problems with the use of exterior equipment indoors. Prior to use, confirmation should be obtained from the supplier as to its suitability. Particular note should be taken of the need for assessment of equipment finishes to determine their fire retardant performance.
5.2.3 Structural integrity of play frames and platforms
Data on the static and live loading of the build system when in use, including a methods) of surface fixing where appropriate, should he obtained from the manufacturer.
5.2.4 Impact-absorbing surfaces
5.2.4.1 General
Impact-absorbing surfaces in indoor areas have a number of functions. In addition to providing considerable play value they also have protective functions.
Lengths of wall, floor surface and structural features within the playing area should be padded in aceordance with this suhclause. 5.2.4.2 and 5.2.8.K to provide both impact absorption and durability, for example with PVC-covered foam. Care should be taken to prevent tripping hazards by ensuring that there are no gaps in or slippage of the floor padding and by making steps non-slip and easily visible with a light andlor white painted strip on the edge.
