UFC 4-740-14
1 August 2002
Select a site with natural protection from the sun, wind and rain, if possible, to enhance
the outdoor play environment. Develop a site plan that makes the most of the site's
existing natural resources. Where possible, conserve existing natural areas and restore
damaged areas to provide habitat and promote biodiversity.
3-1.5
Natural Surveillance. Locate CDCs in areas of high natural surveillance
to provide natural crime and vandalism defenses, e.g., amidst community facilities,
housing, parks, etc.
3-1.6
Hazards. In general, do not locate CDCs near the following hazards or
nuisances:
Fuel or other HAZMAT storage buildings
Service stations
Maintenance shops, including woodworking and painting areas
Laundry facilities
Large kitchen/food preparation facilities
Aircraft runways
Railroads
Security areas
Heavy traffic
Any facility producing odors or smoke
Any facility producing dust or pollution
Unsafe buildings
Other safety hazards, including utility substations, overhead power lines,
etc.
3-1.7
Streets and Intersections. If the site is located close to busy streets and
intersections, then devise mitigation measures, such as bollards, to lessen the effect of
congestion and to increase safety, especially at playgrounds near busy intersections.
Intersections with a heavy volume of traffic require particular attention.
For Navy
3-2
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