N.H. Code Admin. R. He-C 4003.25
Requirements for Playgrounds and Athletic Equipment
Effective May 23, 2025#12981, INTERIM, eff 1-24-20, EXPIRED: 7-22-20 New. #13073, eff 7-23-20; ss by #14256, eff 5-23-25, EXPIRES: 5-23-35Commissioner, Department of Health and Human Services
- (a) Athletic equipment used for gymnastics, volleyball, basketball, football, hockey, soccer, archery, and other sports shall be set up and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's guidelines.
- (b) All playing fields shall be maintained in usable and safe condition.
(c) Playground equipment including, but not limited to, climbing apparatus’, slides, and swing sets shall:
- (1) Be installed and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines;
- (2) Be free of rough edges, splintery wood, protruding bolts, and entrapment hazards;
- (3) Be free of asphalt or concrete surface under or around it; and
- (4) Have canvas or other pliable seats on swings.
Source. #12981, INTERIM, eff 1-24-20, EXPIRED: 7-22-20 New. #13073, eff 7-23-20; ss by #14256, eff 5-23-25, EXPIRES: 5-23-35