~Frequent playground accidents~

For children, playing in the park is a precious time to foster the joy of physical activity, a sense of challenge, and the ability to connect with friends. In particular, playing on playground equipment such as slides and swings is an essential part of a child's development.

However, accidents and injuries resulting from falls and collisions on playground equipment occur every year.
Having the right knowledge and preparations is essential for letting children play safely.

~The most common injury in playground accidents is head injuries.~
Accident information released by the Consumer Affairs Agency (Heisei21~27According to annual statistics, the most common injury site in playground accidents is the head, accounting for more than half of all cases.

Furthermore,about1A significant portion requires hospitalization.3Moderate to severe injuries requiring treatment for more than a week, or fatal accidents.That's how it is.

The head is a vital part of the body that can be life-threatening, so it's important to be prepared for any accidents that may occur.

~Approximately 60% of accidents are caused by "falls".~

Looking at the causes of playground accidents, approximately6A significant portion of the incidents involved falls from playground equipment, while the remainder were due to collisions with other children or playground equipment, or simply tripping.

While playground equipment is fun, its height means that even a slight loss of balance or unexpected movement can lead to a serious accident.

~Which playground equipment is particularly prone to accidents?~

The damaged playground equipment has been identified.1,369In the accident in question, the slide:440Regarding the swing:233Regarding the horizontal bar:141In addition, many accidents have occurred with playground equipment that is readily accessible to the public.

for example,

• Losing balance at the top of the slide, I fell.
• After getting off the swing, I collided with a child below.

Such accidents have been reported.

Even playground equipment that children play on casually can cause accidents at unexpected times.

That doesn't mean you have to stop playing on the playground equipment.

Stopping children from playing in the park because you're worried about accidents reduces their opportunities to get exercise and try new things.

The important thing is not to "prevent them from playing," but to "devise ways to play safely."

Having parents supervise their children closely, teaching them how to use playground equipment, and considering contingency plans in case of an emergency are all ways to ensure children's safety.

~Choosing a head protection helmet to be prepared for "what if" scenarios.~

In the event of a fall or collision, the biggest concern is the impact to the head.

That's when this comes in handy.head protection hatis.

A head protection helmet is a type of hat that incorporates shock-absorbing material to mitigate the impact of falls and collisions.

Features of head protection helmets

• Built-in shock absorberand mitigates the impact of falls and collisions.
• A design similar to a regular hat.It can be worn naturally.
• soft materialTherefore, when children bump into each other, they are less likely to injure the other.
• 100gThe following lightweight designAnd it's easy for even small children to wear.
• Hand washableAnd it can be used cleanly even if it gets dirty.

~Recommended hats for playing on playground equipment~

KM-5000BActilight II

[Product Features]
• Built-in shock-absorbing material that covers the entire head
• Made with mesh fabric for excellent breathability.

[Product details]
Material: Polyester100%
Size: SS (50-52cm)S (52-54cm) M (54-56cm)
- Color: Orange, blue, black
Weight: Approx.80g
Washing: Hand washable/dry in shade
·price :5,940Yen (tax included)
For more information and to purchase click here

KM-4000J Kids' Underwear

[Product Features]
• Built-in shock-absorbing material that covers the entire head
• Made with mesh fabric for excellent breathability.
- It can be used in a cute way by placing an adult-sized or larger hat over it.

[Product details]
Material: Polyester100%
- Shock absorbing material: styrene elastomer (thickness６mm)
・Size: XS (46-48cm) SS (50-52cm) S (52-54cm)
Weight: Approx.80g
Washing: Hand washable/dry in shade
·price :3,960Yen (tax included)
For more information and to purchase click here

For days when children can play to their heart's content

Children learn and grow a lot through play.

That's why it's important to create a safe environment for children to play, rather than restricting their play.

"I want to protect my children's safety, but I also want to let them play to their heart's content."

As one option that addresses the concerns of such parents, why not consider incorporating a head protection helmet?

Let's make daily park visits a safer and more enjoyable experience.