Safety

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, siting, anchorage etc.) of the equipment.
• Supervision

The PIPA scheme ensures that equipment is tested to a recognised standard both before first use and annually thereafter

DO NOT forget your responsibilities as the customer because often the supervision is down to you!

Play Safe - DOs & 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
• Look for the PIPA Tag and check its validity on this site
• 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
   Check for AIMODS, NAIH or BIHA membership
• 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