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The Canberra Times
The Canberra Times
National
Hannah Neale

WorkSafe cracks down on play centres after a number of injuries, broken bones

Work Health and Safety Commissioner Jacqueline Agius briefs an inspection team. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

WorkSafe ACT has called for vigilance after three injuries were reported at children's play centres last year and a ride at the 2022 Canberra Show was closed due to safety concerns.

This comes after a child fell almost five metres from play equipment at Flip Out in Majura Park over the Easter long weekend. The child suffered minor injuries, however, the centre remains open with a prohibition notice on the equipment involved.

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