Choosing the right playground equipment is essential to the physical development of children. Their safety features and durability also make up for a large part of the consideration that one has to put in when shopping for the right equipment. While seesaws and swings are a constant fixture on most school playgrounds these days, new ones are being made which addresses five basic fitness elements. These are the development of a child’s balancing abilities, cardiovascular health, dexterity, hand-eye coordination and the improvement of large muscle groups in the body. The structural components of playground equipment should be well checked and the materials verified for chemical safety. Because young children are very active, stronger and more durable components should be used. The constant banging and handling by children can take their toll on the equipment especially if these are not made with stronger materials. Most importantly, any substandard material can compromise the safety of the children using the equipment.