--- title: Athco Blog | Athco description: Explore the ATHCO blog for expert insights and updates on creating innovative, community-focused play and recreation spaces. image: https://resources.athcollc.com/hubfs/03-Images/curly-multiethnic-little-children-climbing-and-having-fun.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://resources.athcollc.com/blog/author/athco#main-content) [![Athco Blue Logo](https://resources.athcollc.com/hubfs/01-MediaKit/Athco_PrimaryLogo_FullColor_RGB.svg "Athco Blue Logo")](https://athcollc.com/) - [About](https://athcollc.com/about/) - [About Athco](https://athcollc.com/about/) - [Testimonials](https://athcollc.com/testimonials/) - [Purchasing Contracts – Greenbush Procurement](https://athcollc.com/about/purchasing-contracts/) - [Products](https://athcollc.com/products/) - [Manufacturers](https://athcollc.com/products/) - [Landscape Structures](https://athcollc.com/products/landscape-structures/) - [Fair-Play](https://athcollc.com/products/fair-play/) - [Porter Athletic](https://athcollc.com/products/porter-athletic/) - [Coverworx](https://athcollc.com/products/coverworx-recreational-architecture/) - [Aquatix](https://athcollc.com/products/aquatix/) - [SkyWays™](https://athcollc.com/products/skyways/) - [Premier Polysteel](https://athcollc.com/products/premier-polysteel/) - [WB Manufacturing](https://athcollc.com/products/wb-manufacturing/) - [Fōmcore](https://athcollc.com/products/fomcore/) - [Ironsmith](https://athcollc.com/products/ironsmith/) - [Services](https://athcollc.com/services/) - [Services](https://athcollc.com/services/) - [Equipment Selection](https://athcollc.com/services/equipment-selection/) - [Project Coordination](https://athcollc.com/services/project-coordination/) - [Turnkey Installation](https://athcollc.com/services/turnkey-installation/) - [Projects](https://athcollc.com/featured-projects/) - [Inclusive Playground Design](https://athcollc.com/services/inclusive-playground-design/) - [Contact](https://athcollc.com/contact/) # Blog Explore the ATHCO blog for expert insights and updates on creating innovative, community-focused play and recreation spaces. [![Young Children Climbing Up Arched Playground Structures](https://resources.athcollc.com/hubfs/03-Images/Blog_YoungChildrenClimbingUpArchedPlaygroundStructures.jpg)](https://resources.athcollc.com/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-what-schools-should-know-on-safe-playgrounds) [Commercial Playgrounds](https://resources.athcollc.com/blog/tag/commercial-playgrounds), [Parks](https://resources.athcollc.com/blog/tag/parks), [Schools](https://resources.athcollc.com/blog/tag/schools) ## [The Ultimate Guide to What Schools Should Know on Safe Playgrounds](https://resources.athcollc.com/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-what-schools-should-know-on-safe-playgrounds) ![Picture of Athco](https://resources.athcollc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/01-MediaKit/Athco_FavIcon_FullColor.png?width=50&name=Athco_FavIcon_FullColor.png) [Athco](https://resources.athcollc.com/blog/author/athco) 2/27/25 9:00 AM Why Playgrounds Matter for Safety and Liability Playgrounds are more than just fun spaces—they are e... 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Whether for a school, park, or... [Read more](https://resources.athcollc.com/blog/create-unforgettable-play-spaces-insider-design-tips-for-maximum-fun) [![curly multiethnic little children climbing and having fun](https://resources.athcollc.com/hubfs/curly-multiethnic-little-children-climbing-and-having-fun.jpg)](https://resources.athcollc.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-playground-equipment-for-your-community-space) [Commercial Playgrounds](https://resources.athcollc.com/blog/tag/commercial-playgrounds), [Parks](https://resources.athcollc.com/blog/tag/parks), [Schools](https://resources.athcollc.com/blog/tag/schools) ## [How to Choose the Right Playground Equipment for Your Community Space](https://resources.athcollc.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-playground-equipment-for-your-community-space) ![Picture of Athco](https://resources.athcollc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/01-MediaKit/Athco_FavIcon_FullColor.png?width=50&name=Athco_FavIcon_FullColor.png) [Athco](https://resources.athcollc.com/blog/author/athco) 1/13/25 9:00 AM Build the Heart of Your Community with the Right Playground Playgrounds are more than just spaces fo... 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