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MAXIMUM WEIGHT OF THE USER
Do not exceed 150kg on the trampoline.
TRAMPOLINE SAFE USE
To reduce the risk of injury while using the trampoline, develop household rules such as the
following:
1.
Allow only one person on the trampoline at a time.
2.
Do not allow children under the age of 6 years on the trampoline.
3.
Active, competent supervision is essential. Always supervise children while they are using the
trampoline.
4.
Do not exceed the trampoline weight capacity (see Maximum Weight of the User section).
5.
Ensure pads covering the frame/suspension system are always securely attached.
6.
Check the trampoline before use and ensure it is in good condition. Replace any worn or broken
parts. Use only parts that are recommended by the manufacturer.
7.
Like any other form of exercise warm up prior to jumping to minimise injury potential.
8.
Do not run up to, onto or bounce off to exit the trampoline.
9.
The user needs uninterrupted access while using the trampoline. As there
isn’t a
net on the
trampoline to provide an automatic external boundary, the user and supervisor need to be
vigilant to prevent anything that can unexpectedly get onto the trampoline e.g. other onlooking
people, other people doing nearby activities or pets.
10.
Always aim to use the middle of the mat, the main reasons for this are;
a)
landing in the middle provides the most stability
b)
when you land in the middle of the mat, the frame and mat edge components including
each spring takes its fair share of the jumping force, balanced loads enable longer life
of all the components
11.
String mats can be harsher to land on and can easily graze or cut bare skin. As a minimum it
’
s
recommended to use the following;
a)
start with a long-sleeved shirt, get used to the feel before trying a tee shirt.
b)
start with leggings, get used to the feel before trying shorts.
c)
non-slip or trampolining socks (these are like standard socks but have some extra grip
pattern built into the sole area) or trampoline shoes/soft soled footwear. This is to
prevent toes getting caught in the mat (due to the open weave) as well as preventing
damage to the mat.
12.
As the trampoline is not equipped with a net enclosure it means the user can unintentionally
end up dismounting off the trampoline in any direction. The extended surrounding area must
therefore be a safe surface to land into. The surrounding 5m radius needs to be assessed for
hazards.
13.
Do not jump from any nearby item that is above the level the trampoline is on, all jumps must
originate from the mat level. e.g. not from another trampoline, nearby balcony, roof, tree etc.
14.
Learn fundamental bounces and body positions thoroughly before trying more advanced
manoeuvres. A variety of trampoline activities can be carried out by performing the
fundamentals in various combinations and sequences or performing one fundamental bounce
after the other.
15.
Do not attempt routines or tricks above your established skill level without professional
coaching.
16.
For further information or additional instructional material, contact the supplier. To learn more
advanced trampolining skills, contact a suitable gymnastics/trampoline club.
