Trampoline Safety - Trampolining

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Trampoline Safety

Trampolining is like any other sport, precautions and safety must be observed.

Basic Rules

  1. DO NOT allow more than one person on the trampoline at a time. Use by more than one person at the same time can result in serious injuries.

  1. Use trampoline only with mature, knowledgeable supervision.

  1. Inspect the trampoline before using it each time. Make sure the frame padding is correctly and securely positioned. Replace any worn, defective or missing parts.

  1. Climb on and off the trampoline. It is a dangerous to jump from the trampoline to the floor or ground when getting off, or to jump onto the trampoline when mounting.

  1. DO NOT use the trampoline as a springboard to other objects.

Whilst on The Trampoline

  1. Learn fundamental bounces and body positions thoroughly before trying more advanced skills

  1. Avoid bouncing too high. Stay low until you can control your bounce and repeatedly land in the centre of the trampoline. Control is more important than height.

  1. If you feel yourself going towards the edges of the trampoline ‘kill the bounce’ this is done by flexing you knees when your feet come into contact with the bed of the trampoline.

  1. Long hair should be tied back at all times and glasses watches and over Jewellery should be removed. Long sleeves and Trousers should be worn for beginners this avoids burns from the trampoline.

  1. DO NOT attempt somersaults unless appropriately trained. Landing on your head or neck can cause serious injury, paralysis, or death, even when landing in the middle of the bed.

  1. Focus your eyes on the perimeter of the trampoline. This will help control your bounce.

  1. There should be at least two people spotting on each side of the trampoline. When spotting shoes should be worn to give extra grip.
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Erecting & Folding Away A Trampoline

  1. Trampolines should be carried out by trained staff or under supervision of trained staff.

  1. Make sure that no heavy part such as the frame ends or the whole trampoline is allowed to move quickly or develop momentum.

3. During use, place the roller stands away from the

4. Never pull the trampoline frame towards you when folding it up and do not walk under it. The trampolines are extremely heavy & can tip over on top of you to cause serious injuries. ...

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