Bounce House Safety Tips for Inflatable Rentals

Bounce houses are a big hit at any event involving children, such as a birthday party. They instantly grab their attention and get them all under one roof. This is a feature a lot of parents greatly appreciate. As fun and exciting they are to have around, parents should always exercise safety first. A careless mistake can end up causing a serious injury or maybe even worse.

Given below are seven important safety tips regarding bounce houses. Properly taking these safety precautions will ensure a safe and fun filled event.

1.       Supervising the Bounce House is a Must

This is the number one mistake made by most people. They assume that since their child is with his friends, they will look out for each other. Always have an attendant stand guard at all times throughout the event. For those who rent their bounce houses, the renting company will arrange for an attendant to be present at the event for a meager additional fee. It’s best to avail this feature and ensure the safety of all kids.

2.       Keep the Same Age Group inside the Bounce House

This is also a common mistake. Do not pair up kids of varying ages inside the bounce house. This leaves the little ones at great risk of getting injured. Always make sure that the inflatable is occupied by kids of the same size and age. If there are both big and small children at the event, then divide them into groups.

3.       Do Not Crowd the Inflatable

A bounce house has its limits just like any other joy ride. Do not let it get over crowded with too many children. This can cause serious damage to the inflatable and could in turn lead to injuries. Always keep the bounce house attendance within the acceptable limit. If there are too many children, then divide them into groups.

4.       Remove Tired Children

It’s natural for kids to get tired at some point. Most children just find a corner to sit down to catch their breath not wanting to leave the bounce house. This is very dangerous. A sitting child is more likely to get struck by surrounding children. Remove the child immediately from the bounce house and let them catch their breath outside.

5.       Know the Inflatable Rules

Bounce houses have their own rules that must be adhered to. Make sure you are aware of them. Often times the renting company or the inflatable manual will provide you with all the safety guidelines.

6.       Know Basic CPR and First Aid  

While some may consider this an exaggeration, it’s always good to have supervising person be familiar with CPR and first aid. This ensures that the children are in good hands should something go wrong.

7.       Bounce Houses are for Children, not Adults

Watching all the kids have a great time can be very tempting for adults. However bounce houses are designed for children only. Adults should always refrain from using them. A bounce house will not be able to successfully negotiate the huge weight increase of adults and could get damaged. This puts everyone inside at great risk.