RPII

It's Play Safety Week.

The RPII developed this year's first ever Play Safety Week campaign because there's a need to educate the public about play safety.

Recent studies show a concerning trend:
- 68% of parents report being overly cautious about letting their children play outdoors due to safety concerns (Children's Play Council, 2023).
- There's been a 35% decline in children's outdoor play over the last decade (National Trust, 2022).
- 72% of school administrators report reducing playtime due to safety worries (Department for Education, 2023).

Our campaign website contains guidance and protocols for families, schools and play equipment owners on play safety - from inspections to maintenance to help provide the facts about play safety.

Visit the website at www.PlaySafetyWeek.org

Our first ever Play Safety Week campaign kicks off tomorrow and we are an official awareness week on the UK calendar.

Why are we launching a Play Safety Week campaign?

Recent studies show a concerning trend:
- 68% of parents report being overly cautious about letting their children play outdoors due to safety concerns (Children's Play Council, 2023).
- There's been a 35% decline in children's outdoor play over the last decade (National Trust, 2022).
- 72% of school administrators report reducing playtime due to safety worries (Department for Education, 2023).

These statistics highlight a growing misconception about play safety that's limiting children's crucial developmental opportunities. Our campaign aims to address these issues by providing accurate information and practical guidelines to adults, schools and play equipment owners.

Will you be joining us tomorrow?

You can support by sharing info or our campaign safety tips on your own website or social media by downloading them from this link:

https://lnkd.in/dzgyyrDh

Show your support, talk to your friends and colleagues about the campaign and sign up on our campaign website www.playsafety.org.

In 1 week, the RPII will be unveiling our first ever Play Safety Week campaign - an awareness week to drive knowledge and education in play safety at a time when many children will be returning back to school and using school equipment and also utilising play equipment on their walk and return from school.

Liz Cheshire, Operations Director, at the Royal Society of the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA), said: "At RoSPA, we fully support the Play Safety Week campaign. Play is essential for children’s holistic development, and ensuring their safety while encouraging natural risk-taking is a delicate balance. This campaign offers vital resources and education that can help schools, parents, and communities create environments where children can play, learn, and grow safely. Together, we can foster a culture of play that prioritises safety without stifling the adventurous spirit of childhood."

Make sure you join us next week.

You can download campaign assets on our website www.playsafetyweek.org