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Use Zone Calculator

Calculate ASTM F1487-compliant clearance/fall zones around playground equipment including slides, swings, climbers, and rotating equipment.

Inputs

Results

Use zone area (sq ft)

396

Use zone length (ft)22
Use zone width (ft)18
Use zone area (sq m)36.79
Border perimeter (ft)80
Surfacing-only area (sq ft)336
Min surfacing depth (in)12
How to Use This Calculator
  1. Enter Equipment type, Equipment length (ft), and Equipment width (ft).
  2. Set Platform / pivot height (ft) and Slide chute length (ft).
  3. Review the Use zone area (sq ft) result.
  4. Use Use zone length (ft) and Use zone width (ft) to inform your decision.
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