As Summer is around the corner and many organizations all over the country will be using bouncy castles and soft play areas to help raise money for good causes but the very important thing that should keep in mind to avoid any kind of risk is how to keep your children safe while these fun filled activities in different events.

Here are some tips because safety of your child should always be the priority:

Always hire the equipment from a reputable company. The bouncy castle should be securely anchored.

Make sure that the company has adequate public liability insurance.

Make sure if it is possible that company can properly set all the equipment properly or if you are doing by your own self then try to follow the instructions properly according to the safety standards.

Always check that either it is manufactured according to British standards.

Make sure that equipment is properly checked by experienced person.

Make sure that if an electric blower is provided it is checked at least annually.

Proper inspection of the equipment according to safety standards is very important.

Proper adult supervision is also very necessary.

The bouncy castle should not be overcrowded.

The adults and children should not be on the bouncy castle together.

In the supervision make sure that children should not climb on the walls or do any kind of acrobatics to avoid any kind of injury and accident.

The bouncy castle or any kind of inflatable should be sited away from obstacles like fences or power lines.

Soft mats covering hard surface must be placed next to to front and open sides.

Must follow the instructions given by the bouncy castle hire company.

Don’t use bouncy castle in inappropriate weather conditions like heavy rain or wind.

According to government statistics number of injuries are reported in children while playing on bouncy castles so make sure to follow all the safety instructions in order to avoid any kind of injury.