A Safe Way to Play: How Synthetic Grass is Revolutionizing Playgrounds

A Safe Way to Play: How Synthetic Grass is Revolutionizing Playground

to take this course

Finding the perfect low-maintenance, inclusive, and safe surface option for playgrounds can be a challenge. Join us in this hour-course as we discuss synthetic grass systems are manufactured and best practices for choosing and installing synthetic turf. Design professionals will learn which selection criteria to use when evaluating synthetic grass systems so they can choose a solution that will continue to be beautiful and functional for years to come.

Learning Objectives: 
  1. Discuss how synthetic grass is a safer more inclusive alternative to many other options
  2. Explain how synthetic grass systems are made and evaluate different padding materials for safety and sustainability
  3. Determine which synthetic grass system to use based on selection criteria such as moisture resistance, recycled content, and adherence with safety codes for playgrounds
  4. Identify best practices for installing synthetic grass systems to ensure both contractors and future users are safe
Design Category (CSI Division): 
(32) Exterior Improvements
Delivery Format: 
Narrated Video
Applicable Credits