(a)
(1) A diagram of the playground shall be submitted, clearly identifying:
- (A) Perimeter of the playground, with measurements; and
- (B) Each piece of equipment used by the children enrolled at the licensed facility.
(2) This documentation shall be in the form of a:
- (A) Satellite photo from an internet site such as Google Maps; or
- (B) Diagram if a satellite photo is not available.
- (b) Any changes in the play area boundaries and equipment requested must be submitted in writing and approved prior to use.
- (c) All equipment and protective surfacing shall be installed and maintained according to manufacturer’s guidelines.
(d) The play area or outdoor learning area shall:
- (1) Be fenced or otherwise enclosed; and
- (2) Provide at least seventy-five square feet (75 sq. ft.) per child present on the playground at any time.
- (e) There shall be an outside exit from the play area.
- (f) The area shall be well-drained.
- (g) There shall be equipment and activities appropriate for the age and number of children enrolled in the facility.
- (h) Separate play areas or time schedules shall be provided if infants and toddlers share playgrounds with older children.
(i)
- (1) A shady area shall be provided where children can get out of direct sunlight.
(2) This can be accomplished by:
- (A) Utilizing existing shade such as trees and buildings; or
- (B) Creating shade with manufactured structures such as awnings.
- (3) If shade is not available, the schedule for outdoor play shall be altered so that children are outdoors during early morning hours to avoid extreme heat and direct sunlight.
- (j) All areas where children play outdoors shall be properly maintained.