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Looks at physical safety points such as small parts, edges, gaps, moving parts and how a toy is used during normal play.
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Safety Tested Outdoor Play, Explained
When you see safety testing listed on a Plum product, it means the product has been assessed against recognised toy and activity-play standards for the way children use it.
Here’s what those standards mean in plain English, why they matter for families, and what parents should still check at home.
What does “safety tested” mean?
Safety testing is not just one quick check. Depending on the product, it can look at design, materials, strength, stability, flammability, chemical limits, age guidance and how the product is intended to be used.
Product design
Physical features, moving parts, edges, gaps and how children interact with the product.
Materials & finishes
Checks for materials, coatings and finishes used on children’s products.
Use at home
Age guidance, weight limits, assembly instructions, warnings and ongoing product checks.
Plain-English guide
What do the safety standards mean?
Different Plum products may show different safety standards depending on the type of play they are designed for. Here’s what the common EN71 references mean for parents.
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Flammability
Looks at how certain toy materials react to flame and helps reduce fire-related risks where flammability testing applies.
Material testing
Checks whether certain substances can transfer from toy materials, such as coatings, paints or plastics, within set limits.
Activity toys for home use
Especially relevant for backyard play products such as swings, slides and climbing equipment used in domestic outdoor spaces.
Important:
Safety testing helps reduce risk, but it does not replace correct assembly, adult supervision, age guidance, weight limits or regular product checks at home.
At-home safety
Safety starts with good setup
Safety testing helps products meet recognised standards, but safe play also depends on correct assembly, adult supervision and regular checks at home.
Before children play, always follow the product instructions, check age and weight guidance, and inspect the product for wear or damage.
Follow the instructions
Read the assembly and safety guidance before use, especially for larger outdoor play equipment.
Check age and weight guidance
Use the recommended age, user weight and product limits shown on each product page or manual.
Choose a suitable surface
Place outdoor equipment on a level surface with enough clear space around the play area.
Supervise active play
Climbing, bouncing, swinging and sliding should always be supervised by an adult.
Inspect regularly
Check frames, fixings, mats, nets, slides, ropes and moving parts for wear, damage or loose fittings.
Replace worn parts
If a part is damaged or worn, replace it before continued use. Our team can help you find the right spare part.
Need help?
Product support when you need it
If you’re unsure about a product, replacement part, assembly step or safety detail, our team can help point you in the right direction.
Product help
Contact Plum Play
Ask about product suitability, setup, warranty, delivery or general support.
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Replacement parts
Find spare parts
Browse available spare parts for trampolines and selected Plum Play products.
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Setup guidance
Assembly help
Find assembly support and video guidance for selected Plum trampoline products.
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Safety FAQs
Common safety questions from parents
A few quick answers to help explain product testing, safe setup and ongoing product care.
What does EN71 mean?
EN71 is a European toy safety standard. Different parts of EN71 look at different safety areas, such as physical design, flammability, material testing and activity toys for home use.
Does safety tested mean my child cannot get hurt?
No. Active play still needs adult supervision, correct setup and regular product checks. Safety testing helps reduce risk, but it does not replace safe use at home.
Why do different Plum products list different standards?
Different product types are assessed differently. A trampoline, scooter, bike, mud kitchen and swing set may have different testing requirements because children use them in different ways.
What should I check before my child uses outdoor play equipment?
Check the product is assembled correctly, placed on a suitable level surface, used within the age and weight guidance, and inspected regularly for wear, damage or loose fittings.
Where can I find spare parts?
You can browse available spare parts online, or contact our team if you are unsure which part is right for your product.
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