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Inj Prev 6:141-144 doi:10.1136/ip.6.2.141
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Testing the impact attenuation of loose-fill playground surfaces

Table 3

Critical drop heights in feet for uncompressed materials, by source and material depth

Depth (inches) Source Gravel Sand Wood chips Wood fibers
CPSC = Consumer Product Safety Commission.
6 CPSC2 6 5 7 6
This study 6 10 8 8
9 CPSC2 7 5 10 7
This study 5 10 11 10
12 CPSC2 10 6–9 11 >12
This study 5 8 12 12

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