Formal training is an essential part of operating and supervising inflatable play equipment safely in the UK. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) expects those responsible for inflatable devices to be competent, with competence being achieved through a combination of training, knowledge, experience and ongoing assessment.

The industry guidance, "HSG175: Fairgrounds and Amusement Parks – Guidance on Safe Practice" highlights the importance of properly trained operators and supervisors to help ensure equipment is used, monitored and managed safely, reducing risks to users and supporting compliance with legal health and safety duties.

PIPA training provides a structured and industry-recognised route to developing that competence, giving operators, supervisors and employers confidence that best practice is being followed.