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beneath the trampoline. This will increase the chances of an injury occurring. DO NOT hold any
foreign objects in your hand and DO NOT place any objects on the trampoline while anyone is
using it. Please be aware of what is overhead when you are using the trampoline. Tree limbs,
wires, or other objects located over the trampoline will increase the chance of injuries occurring.
Number of People on the Trampoline:
No more than one person should use the trampoline at any
one time. Having more than one person on the trampoline at the same time can increase the risk
of injury.
Poor Maintenance of Trampoline:
A trampoline in poor condition will increase the risk of injuries.
Please inspect the trampoline before each use for bent steel tubes, torn mat, loose or broken
springs, and overall stability of the trampoline.
Location of the Trampoline:
The trampoline must always be set up and used on a level surface.
Failure to use the trampoline on a level surface can increase the chance of injury and/or damage
to the trampoline.
Weather Conditions:
Please be aware of the weather conditions when using the trampoline. If the
mat of the trampoline is wet, the jumper could slip and injure him or herself. High winds can also
cause jumpers to lose control.
Limiting Access:
When the trampoline is not in use, always store the access ladder in a secure
place so that unsupervised children cannot play on the trampoline.
TIPS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ACCIDENTS
Jumper:
The key to avoiding accidents is to stay in control of your jumps. DO NOT move onto more
complicated, more difficult manoeuvre until you have mastered the basic, fundamental bounce.
Education is also key to safety and very important. Read, understand, and practice all safety
precautions and warnings prior to using the trampoline. A controlled jump is when you land and
take off from the same location. For additional safety tips and instructions, contact a certified
trampoline instructor.
Supervisor:
When supervising other users of the trampoline, supervisors need to understand and enforce all
safety rules and guidelines. It is the responsibility of supervisor to provide knowledgeable advice
and guidance to all jumpers of the trampoline. If supervision is unavailable or inadequate, the
trampoline could be stored in a secure place, disassembled to prevent unauthorized use, or
covered with a heavy tarpaulin that can be locked or secured with lock or chains. The supervisor
is also responsible to ensure that the safety placard is placed on the trampoline and that jumpers
are informed of these warnings and instructions.
TRAMPOLINE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
JUMPERS:
Do not use trampoline if you have consumed alcohol or any drugs.
Remove all hard sharp objects from your person before using trampoline.
You should climb on and off in a controlled and careful manner. Never jump onto or off
the trampoline and never use the trampoline as a device to bounce onto or into another
object
Always learn the basic bounce and master each type of bounce before trying more
difficult types of bounces. Review the basic skills section to learn how to do the basics.
