Inflatable play is
normally a very safe and good way for
children to exercise whilst having fun.
The three
elements that make for a safe inflatable play
environment are:
-
Properly manufactured and maintained
equipment.
- Correct
operation (pressure, sitting, anchorage
etc.) of the equipment.
-
Supervision
DO NOT
forget your responsibilities as the customer
because often the supervision is down to you!
Play Safe - Do's & Don'ts
ALWAYS
- Have
regard to the equipment's intended use
Users that are outside the intended
weight or height range can injure
themselves and other users.
- Make
sure the blower is at least 1.2 metres
from the inflatable
Serious injury can occur if a user
strikes the blower unit
- Make
sure the equipment has a current test
certificate
- Use
surround mats if provided
these are provided to negate identified
risks
- Ensure
that children are supervised at all times
by a responsible adult
The vast majority of accidents occur
through lack of, or bad supervision
- Anchor
the inflatable to the ground and ensure
that you use every anchor point
Even in non-windy conditions the
inflatable will move and creep (Perhaps
taking it dangerously close to the
blower)
- Hire
your inflatable from a reputable operator
- Follow
the instructions given to you by the
hirer - They are there for the safety of
your children
- Hire on
the basis of the safest - Not the
cheapest
- Deflate
the inflatable after use to prevent
unsupervised use.
NEVER
- Allow
users to climb on to the walls
Most accidents happen this way
- Deflate
the inflatable whilst in use
Users can strike the ground heavily if
you do
- Use the
inflatable if you have any doubt as to
its safety
- Throw
objects (or other people!) on to the
inflatable
- Allow
users onto the inflatable in high winds
