Keeping your kids safe in Bounce Houses

From castles to slides, bounce houses and other inflatable items are staples at birthday parties and local carnivals or festivals because they provide a place for children to play where their parents can watch them. Although bounce houses are meant to bring joy and excitement to children and other patrons, they can be incredibly dangerous if they are improperly set up or poorly maintained.

 

You should always supervise your child while he or she is in a bounce house, and you should make sure to follow these guidelines:

•Do not mix age groups and keep similar-sized children playing together

•Adults should not play in bounce houses, especially with kids

•Remove shoes, glasses, jewelry, and anything else that may cause harm to others

•Discourage overly rambunctious behavior, like doing flips or running in circles

•Do not let kids play on a bounce house in the rain, as the surface may become slippery

 

Unfortunately, even if you take every precaution to keep your child safe in a bounce house, he or she may still be injured if the equipment is set up improperly or is not well-maintained.