Playing It Safe With Inflatables & Moonwalks
January 16, 2009Years ago, these ginormous jumping houses were only enjoyed at carnivals as a once-in-a-while wonder. But now, you don’t have to wait for a special occasion to have fun with them. While they’re a great place for parties and give the illusion of supervised play, parents still need to look before their children leap with these safety precautions:
- Everyone should wear a pair of socks when jumping (even in the summer when most kids will have on sandals.) Be sure to take a pair with you, just like when you go bowling.
- Make sure the facility has adequate staff and that there is someone actually watching the children and not just behind the counter.
- Pay attention to how the inflatables are connected and taken care of, watching for excessive wear and tear and loose connections.
- Watch the front door. Be sure there is a way to prevent kids from wandering out or strangers from coming in.