Vertical Sliding Pole Fall-Height & Fall-Zone 

Vertical sliding poles are more challenging than some other types of climbing equipment. They require upper body strength and coordination to successfully slide down the pole. Unlike other egress methods, there is no reverse or stop, so a child cannot change his or her mind. Children who start a sliding pole must have the strength to slide the whole way or they will fall. Make sure you have the proper protective FallZone Safety Surfacing around the sliding pole’s fall-zone area. Sliding poles are not recommended for toddlers or preschool-age children since they generally don’t have the upper body and/or hand strength to slide. 

Fall-Height & Fall-Zone Of A Vertical Sliding Pole Playground Equipment

For sliding poles accessed from platforms, the fall height is the distance between the platform and the protective FallZone Safety surfacing beneath it. For sliding poles not accessed from platforms, the fall height is the distance between a point 60 inches below the highest point of the pole and the protective FallZone Safety Surfacing beneath it. The top of the sliding pole’s support structure should not be a designated play surface and the sliding pole FallZone Safety Surfacing landing zone must extend 6′ out in every direction. 

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