CHILD PROTECTION & SAFETY
CHILD PROTECTION POLICY
Nüdel Kart takes the protection of children very seriously. The use of the Nüdel Kart is always to be done in conjunction with our child protection policy.
Please ensure you are familiar with and compliant with this child protection policy when you are using the Nüdel Kart.
Download Child Protection Policy (PDF)
Please ensure you are familiar with and compliant with this child protection policy when you are using the Nüdel Kart.
Download Child Protection Policy (PDF)
SAFETY
Nüdel Kart has been designed and manufactured by Playground Ideas from natural and non-toxic materials. Playground Ideas have over a decade of experience designing, resourcing and building children’s play spaces both locally and globally, and have mitigated through design and selected materials, all conceivable risks.
The design is in accordance with and exceeds international toy and playground safety standards, including AS 4685, ISO 8124, EN 71, ASTM F1487-17 and ASTM F963.
The design is in accordance with and exceeds international toy and playground safety standards, including AS 4685, ISO 8124, EN 71, ASTM F1487-17 and ASTM F963.
We promote independent, freely chosen and self-directed play with a focus on STEM, 21st Century and social skills . We work in a wide range of contexts, cultures and communities globally, and have designed and manufactured Nüdel Kart to be as freely experienced by children who have endured trauma, as those who are lucky enough to be simply building happy, healthy cognitive development. Free play often carries a degree of risk that is best managed through a dynamic approach and best supported through training and preparation.
Materials
Materials Handling
The Nüdel Kart comes packaged in 7 boxes, weighing between 15-20kg. Depending on your capability and workplace guidelines you may need an additional person or trolley when moving the product to reduce the risk of injury.
The Nüdel Kart comes packaged in 7 boxes, weighing between 15-20kg. Depending on your capability and workplace guidelines you may need an additional person or trolley when moving the product to reduce the risk of injury.
How to clean the Nüdel Kart
Please note
(1) Cleaning during COVID-19
(a) The best course of action would be to quarantine the Nüdel Kart for 72 hours between uses.
(b) Otherwise we suggest cleaning all pieces with mild soap with friction*, between each use.
*the action of one surface or object rubbing against another
(2) If there is a known Coronavirus case that's when you should do a 2 step clean
(a) Rub down with detergent and then;
(b) Rub down with disinfectant. (refer to this link for further information https://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/covid-19-information-workplaces/industry-information/agriculture/cleaning#heading--1--tab-toc-how_to_clean_and_disinfect)
(3) For a general clean outside of a COVID-19 environment ,we suggest wiping down with a damp cotton cloth. If the kart is particularly dirty or has been used 10 times or more, as per the supervisor manual, if you are conducting a piece by piece safety check, you may want to clean the kart and each element with mild soap and some friction or an environmentally friendly cleaning agent. Test on the wood first to make sure it won't stain or damage the Nüdel Kart.
Please note “If the Nüdel Kart requires a rigorous cleaning schedule, the timber may become dry over time and may require additional oiling. Contact us at [email protected] for an appropriate oil to maintain the Kart over the long term.
Please note
(1) Cleaning during COVID-19
(a) The best course of action would be to quarantine the Nüdel Kart for 72 hours between uses.
(b) Otherwise we suggest cleaning all pieces with mild soap with friction*, between each use.
*the action of one surface or object rubbing against another
(2) If there is a known Coronavirus case that's when you should do a 2 step clean
(a) Rub down with detergent and then;
(b) Rub down with disinfectant. (refer to this link for further information https://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/covid-19-information-workplaces/industry-information/agriculture/cleaning#heading--1--tab-toc-how_to_clean_and_disinfect)
(3) For a general clean outside of a COVID-19 environment ,we suggest wiping down with a damp cotton cloth. If the kart is particularly dirty or has been used 10 times or more, as per the supervisor manual, if you are conducting a piece by piece safety check, you may want to clean the kart and each element with mild soap and some friction or an environmentally friendly cleaning agent. Test on the wood first to make sure it won't stain or damage the Nüdel Kart.
Please note “If the Nüdel Kart requires a rigorous cleaning schedule, the timber may become dry over time and may require additional oiling. Contact us at [email protected] for an appropriate oil to maintain the Kart over the long term.
Maintenance Procedure
Whilst the Nüdel Kart was designed to be durable, it is still possible to break any item.
(Extract from Nüdel Kart Manual)
Everything in the Nüdel Kart is easily maintainable.
Nüdel Kart is like a car. With regular maintenance it will give you faithful service day after day.
Over time, do:
Whilst the Nüdel Kart was designed to be durable, it is still possible to break any item.
(Extract from Nüdel Kart Manual)
Everything in the Nüdel Kart is easily maintainable.
Nüdel Kart is like a car. With regular maintenance it will give you faithful service day after day.
Over time, do:
- Before and after play, inspect all parts for signs of visible damage or wear and tear that indicates a broken or weakened part. Damaged parts must be discarded, repaired or replaced. Failure to properly inspect and repair may result in serious injury. Discourage children putting objects in their mouth for hygiene reasons
- You may occasionally need to wash/clean loose parts after a period of play, depending on the play environment and weather.
- You can restock with Nüdel Kart parts from our website
- When considering safety, it is important to distinguish between a risk and a hazard.
In-Play Management
Supervisors are urged to interfere as little as possible during In-Play moments, rather to influence play by changing the environment - creating something engaging close by in order to distract from risky or inappropriate behaviour, or simply being quietly present - close when necessary and further away as behaviour is reduced.
Significant time and effort has been directed towards designing each and every element of Nüdel Kart, so as to avert risk and the possibility of injury. In ‘normal’ play situations with supervision consistent with advice from your Nüdel Kart Manual, the following risks should be regarded as unlikely but possible. We list them here so as to best prepare supervisors in their role.
During play Nüdel Kart elements will be spread around the floor in a constructive chaos. Supervisors should ensure that elements not being used are cleared and piled out of the thoroughfare, so as to reduce tripping hazards.
Holes of any kind in any solid shape carry a risk of finger entrapment. A combination of weight and angle may cause injury to fingers and wrists if applied in various ways. While the holes in Nüdel Kart have been designed with sufficient diameter to allow fingers ample room to engage and release, Supervisors will need to be conscious of overtly physical activity and how elements are being held or supported.
Supervisors are urged to interfere as little as possible during In-Play moments, rather to influence play by changing the environment - creating something engaging close by in order to distract from risky or inappropriate behaviour, or simply being quietly present - close when necessary and further away as behaviour is reduced.
Significant time and effort has been directed towards designing each and every element of Nüdel Kart, so as to avert risk and the possibility of injury. In ‘normal’ play situations with supervision consistent with advice from your Nüdel Kart Manual, the following risks should be regarded as unlikely but possible. We list them here so as to best prepare supervisors in their role.
During play Nüdel Kart elements will be spread around the floor in a constructive chaos. Supervisors should ensure that elements not being used are cleared and piled out of the thoroughfare, so as to reduce tripping hazards.
Holes of any kind in any solid shape carry a risk of finger entrapment. A combination of weight and angle may cause injury to fingers and wrists if applied in various ways. While the holes in Nüdel Kart have been designed with sufficient diameter to allow fingers ample room to engage and release, Supervisors will need to be conscious of overtly physical activity and how elements are being held or supported.