Safety & Compliance

1. Product Safety Overview

Monkey Bar Store climbing frames are freestanding steel structures designed for:

• Children and adults

• Climbing, swinging, gymnastics, calisthenics

• Parkour-style movements

• Home and school environments

When installed correctly on suitable ground and used appropriately, the frames provide a high level of stability and performance.

We are committed to safe design, clear instructions, and transparent communication.

 

2. Assembly & Installation Resources

Below are the essential documents to ensure your frame is assembled and used safely:

• Full Assembly Manual (PDF)
  Includes installation, alignment, stability guidance, and detailed instructions.

• Quick Safety Guide (PDF)
  A one-page summary of the most important safety checks and responsibilities.

• Maintenance Schedule (PDF)
  Clear guidance on weekly, monthly, and seasonal inspections.

If you have misplaced your documents, you can request replacements via our support team.

 

3. School Safety Pack

Schools require additional clarity around responsibilities, supervision, maintenance, and risk assessment.
The School Safety Pack includes:

• School Safety & Operation Addendum (PDF)

• Maintenance & Inspection Requirements

• Recommended Risk Assessment Points

• Guidance for Playground Supervisors

This documentation helps schools meet their internal safety protocols and demonstrates clear operational responsibility.

 

4. Safe Use Guidelines

To ensure safe day-to-day use:

Supervision

• Children must be supervised at all times.

• Set clear behaviour expectations.

• Allow only age-appropriate activity levels.

Appropriate Use

• Suitable for climbing, swinging, gymnastics, calisthenics, and parkour-style movements.

• Do not attach unapproved accessories or equipment.

• Do not overcrowd the frame.

Ground & Stability

• Install only on level or slightly sloping ground.

• All base plates must remain in solid contact with the ground.

• Ground pegs must be fully inserted.

• Stop use if the frame leans, shifts, or rocks.

 

5. Maintenance & Inspection

Routine maintenance ensures long-term safety and performance.

Before Use on a Play Day (Quick Visual Check)

• Frame appears stable and square

• Ground under base plates is firm

• Moving accessories (swings, rings, trolleys) move freely

• No visible damage

Every 1–2 Weeks

• Tighten fixings (bolts, grub screws, clamps)

• Ensure ground pegs remain secure

• Inspect caps/covers and replace if damaged

• Check accessories for wear

Monthly

• Inspect for corrosion or damage

• Check for deformation or ground movement

• Lubricate moving parts if required

• Ensure warning labels remain legible

Two Weeks After Assembly

• Retighten all fittings to maximum torque

After Severe Weather

• Confirm base plates remain fully grounded

• Ensure the frame remains aligned

• Inspect ground condition and peg security

Remove From Use Immediately If…

• The frame rocks or shifts under load

• A fitting cannot be tightened

• Structural parts are bent, cracked, or corroded

• Accessories are worn, frayed, or damaged

 

6. Compliance Statement

Monkey Bar Store frames are designed using engineering principles that prioritise structural stability and durability.

Every product undergoes:

• Design review by a qualified UK structural engineer

• Load, stability, and geometry assessments

• Field testing and practical installation trials

• Ongoing monitoring and customer feedback analysis

We provide comprehensive documentation to support safe installation and operation.

If schools require technical specifications for risk assessments, we can supply load considerations, dimensions, and component details upon request.

 

7. Support & Contact

Our team is here to help with:

• Replacement parts

• Installation questions

• Safety queries

• School compliance documentation

 

📧 support@monkeybarstore.co.uk
🌐 www.monkeybarstore.co.uk

 

If you require customised safety guidance for school environments or unusual ground conditions, please get in touch.