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
