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Other objects: Do NOT use the trampoline if animals, other people or any objects are under the trampoline. This can otherwise
increase the risk of injury. Don’t hold ANY objects and do NOT put anything on the trampoline while someone is jumping on
it. Pay attention to what is over your head when you are jumping on the trampoline. Branches, cables and other objects above
the trampoline increase the risk of injury.
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Poor maintenance of the trampoline: A trampoline in poor condition increases your risk of injury. Please check the trampoline
before every use for bent steel tubes, loose or broken springs and the general stability of the trampoline.
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Weather: When using the trampoline, pay attention to the weather. When the trampoline mat is wet, the trampolinist can slip
and get injured. If it is too windy, the trampolinist can lose control.
TIPS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ACCIDENTS
• The role of the trampolinist in the prevention of accidents
It is vital to keep control while jumping. Do NOT move on to more complicated, more difficult exercises before mastering the
basic jumps.
Education is also very important for safety. Read, understand and practice all safety precautions and warnings before the use
of the trampoline. A controlled jump is a jump in which your starting and landing point on the mat are identical. For further
safety tips and instructions, please contact a qualified trampolining teacher.
• The role of the spotter in the prevention of accidents
Spotters must understand and implement all safety rules and guidelines. The spotter is responsible for providing advice and
instructions to all trampolinists on the trampoline. If there are no or insufficient spotters available, the trampoline should be
stored in a safe place, dismantled to prevent unauthorized usage or covered with a heavy tarpaulin that is secured with a chain
or a lock. The spotter is also responsible for ensuring that the safety badge is attached to the trampoline and that the trampo-
linists are informed of the warnings and instructions.
TRAMPOLINE SAFETY INFORMATION
TRAMPOLINIST:
• Do not use the trampoline if you have drunk alcohol or taken medicine.
• When using the trampoline, trampolinists may not carry any hard or sharp objects with them.
• Get off the trampoline carefully and in a controlled manner. Never jump on or off the trampoline and never use the trampo
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line to jump on or into another object.
• First always learn the basic jumps and master every single jump this before moving on to more difficult jumps. Refer to the
section on Basic Trampoline Jumps to learn the basics.
• To stop the jump, bend your knees when you land on the mat with your feet.
• Always keep control while jumping on the trampoline. A controlled jump is a jump in which your starting and landing point
on the mat are identical. If you ever feel you are losing control, try to stop the jump.
• Do not jump for a long time or perform very high jumps right after each other.
• Focus your eyes on the mat to ensure you maintain control. Otherwise, you risk losing balance or control.
• The trampoline should only be used by one person at a time.
• When the trampoline is used by children, there must always be a spotter.
SPOTTERS
Familiarize yourself with the basic jumps and safety information. To avoid or reduce the risk of injury, implement all safety
regulations and ensure that new trampolinists learn the basic jumps before attempting more difficult, advanced jumps.
• All trampolinists must have a spotter irrespective of their skills and age.
• Never use the trampoline if it is wet, damaged, dirty or worn. The trampoline should be checked before a trampolinist begins
jumping.
• Keep all objects faraway that could get in the way of the trampolinist. Pay attention to what is over, under and around the
trampoline.
• The trampoline should be secured if it is not in use in order to prevent unauthorized usage and usage without a spotter.
