Location & Design Walkthrough 5

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Location & Design Walkthrough 5

Review Question

Question: Is this the correct ground cover to use in an area where red spiders and tarantulas are common?

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No

No, the ground cover is not the correct type for this area.

Correction

Wood products are not used in regions where red spiders & tarantulas are common.

Location & Design Walkthrough 5

Additional Guidelines and Recommendations

  • All regional recommendations are followed when planning play areas including:
    • Black ground surfacing is not used in regions of excessive heat/sun.
    • Bare metal slides and other equipment with bare metal is not used in areas exposed directly to sunlight or in areas of excessive heat/sun.
    • Protective surfacing materials do not offer sufficient protection when frozen.
  • Check local and state resources for additional recommendations and guidelines.1

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