TIPS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ACCIDENTS
Jumper’s role in accident prevention
Stay in control of your jumps. DO NOT move onto more complicated, or more difficult manoeuvres until
you have mastered the basic, fundamental bounce. Education is key to safety. Read, understand, and
practice all safety precautions and warnings prior to using the trampoline. A controlled jump is when you
land and take off from the same point on the mat. For additional safety tips and instructions, contact a
certified trampoline instructor.
•Always bounce at the centre of the bed. Bouncing near the edge of the bed can lead to injury and
can also stretch the springs. The frame pad is not designed nor intended to support the weight of the
trampoline user. Do not step or jump directly onto the frame pad.
•Avoid bouncing too high. Stay low until you can control your bounce and land consistently in the
middle of the bed.
•To regain control and stop your jump, bend your knees quickly when you land.
•Do not use the trampoline when under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
•Allow each jumper a brief turn on the trampoline. Extended bouncing exposes an over tired user
to an increased risk of injury. Longer turns tend to lessen the interest of others waiting to jump.
•The trampoline mat is several feet from the ground. Jumping off the trampoline to the ground or
any other surface may result in injury. Jumping onto the trampoline from a roof, deck, or other object also
represents a risk of injury. Smaller children may need assistance getting up on or down from the
trampoline. Mounting and dismounting properly should be a strict rule from the very beginning. Users
should climb onto the trampoline by placing their hands on the frame and stepping or rolling up onto the
frame, across the springs, and onto the mat (bed). Do not step directly on the frame pad or grasp the
frame pad when mounting or dismounting the trampoline. Users should always place their hands on the
frame while mounting or dismounting. To dismount, jumpers should walk to the side of the mat (bed),
bend over and place one hand on the frame, then step from the mat to the ground.
•Injury may result from hitting the frame or falling through the springs while jumping or getting on or
off the trampoline. Stay in the centre of the trampoline mat when jumping. BE SURE TO KEEP THE
FRAME PAD IN PLACE TO COVER THE FRAME AT ALL TIMES. The frame pad is not designed nor
intended to support the weight of the trampoline user. Do not step or jump directly onto the frame pad.
Supervisor’s Role in Accident Prevention
Supervisors must understand and enforce all safety rules and guidelines. It is the responsibility of the
supervisor to provide knowledgeable advice and guidance to all jumpers. If supervision is unavailable or
inadequate, the trampoline should be disassembled and stored in a secure place to prevent unauthorized
use. The supervisor is also responsible to ensure that the safety placard is placed on the trampoline and
that jumpers are informed of these warnings and instructions.
TRAMPOLINE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
JUMPERS:
Do not use trampoline while under the influence of alcohol or any drugs.
Remove all hard sharp objects from your person before using trampoline.
Climb on and off in a controlled and careful manner. Do not jump on or off the trampoline
