Fall Protection & Use Zones Walkthrough 5

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Fall Protection & Use Zones Walkthrough 5

Review Question

Question: What type of protective surfacing material may be used under play equipment installed over an old basketball court (concrete) without removing the concrete?

A.) Sand.
B.) Unitary surface (rubber mat).
C.) Wood chips.

Unitary surface (rubber mat) can be used over an old basketball court.

Correction

Concrete may be required as a base for a shock absorbing unitary material, such as a rubber mat.

Fall Protection & Use Zones Walkthrough 5

Additional Guidelines and Recommendations

  • Most unitary material surfaces must be installed by an expert contractor or the manufacturer.
  • Although they require minimal maintenance, they may develop holes or cracks that need to be repaired.


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