(b)

1. (1) Please note that these requirements do not mandate the use of any playground equipment that would require use zones and protective surfacing.
2. (2) Numerous options for suitable playground environments are available and acceptable.

3. (3) Examples of such activities are:

   1. (A) Sand boxes;
   2. (B) Activity walls at ground level;
   3. (C) Art easels;
   4. (D) Balls and games;
   5. (E) Playhouses;
   6. (F) Nature walks; and
   7. (G) Use of the approved natural environment for outdoor learning.

(c)

1. (1) It is not advisable to use public playgrounds and other play environments away from the facility.
2. (2) These environments may not meet acceptable safety standards.
3. (3) If these playgrounds are used, it is recommended that staff provide close supervision and not allow children to use any equipment that appears unsafe, e.g., broken equipment, sharp objects, strangulations hazards, etc.
4. (4) Please remember that visiting playgrounds and other play environments away from the facility is considered a field trip and all field trip rules shall be followed.