Health Tip: Watch for Playground Burns

(HealthDay News) -- Playground burns from hot equipment are common, and they can occur even on days that aren't very hot.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission suggests:

• Watch for any uncoated metal equipment, or equipment with worn coating.
• Beware of swings, slides and other equipment where a child sits.
• Use caution around plastic and rubber materials that are dark. Darker colors attract more heat.
• Be careful on concrete and asphalt surfaces near the playground.