{"id":617,"date":"2017-04-10T08:00:43","date_gmt":"2017-04-10T13:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flagshipinsuranceservices.com\/?p=617"},"modified":"2020-04-27T07:57:26","modified_gmt":"2020-04-27T12:57:26","slug":"bounce-into-warm-weather-safely-eight-trampoline-safety-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flagshipinsuranceservices.com\/index.php\/2017\/04\/10\/bounce-into-warm-weather-safely-eight-trampoline-safety-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Bounce into warm weather safely: Eight trampoline safety tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

Now that spring is here, neighborhoods are starting to come back to life. More people are walking, kids are riding their bikes and scooters, and some have even started yard work.
\nAnother sign that spring has arrived is neighborhood kids playing on trampolines. Trampolines have become a popular addition to many back yards. Trampoline parks are also popping up in larger cities. While they\u2019re fun and provide our kids with exercise, they can be dangerous if safety guidelines aren\u2019t followed.
\nBetween 2002 and 2011, more than one million people visited emergency departments for injuries sustained while using trampolines. These visits totaled $1 billion in expenses.
\nOn the flip side, there are benefits of trampolines.
\nTrampolines:
\nImprove your balance
\nFirm and tone muscles
\nOffer a low impact exercise
\nProvide a great cardiovascular workout
\nGet kids off video game systems, computers, and smartphones
\nIf you have a trampoline or are considering one for your kids, here are some things to keep in mind.
\n1. Talk to your insurance agent<\/strong>. Before spending any money on a trampoline, talk to your independent insurance agent. They can tell you if your current homeowner\u2019s policy provides coverage for it.
\n2. Avoid letting young kids use it.<\/strong> The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons recommends limiting access to kids age six and under. Remove ladders and other things around the trampoline that would allow them to get on it by themselves.
\n3. Adult supervision.<\/strong> No matter how old your kids are, they always need adult supervision. Age and maturity of your child may determine how much supervision is necessary. Always be aware of what\u2019s happening on your property, especially if you have a swing set, trampoline, or swimming pool. Occasional glances can ensure rules are being followed and kids are safe.
\n4. Establish written rules<\/strong>. My neighbor has a trampoline. Before my daughters could use it, they had to agree to the written rules. Written rules:
\nLimit the number of kids on the trampoline
\nProhibit food or drink
\nEnforce no rough housing
\nEnforce no aerobatics or risky tricks (i.e., somersaults, backflips).
\n5. Talk to other parents<\/strong>. If neighborhood kids are using your trampoline, talk to their parents to make sure it\u2019s okay with them.
\n6. Attach safety devices.<\/strong> Purchase and attach quality padding to the frame and springs of the trampoline and use quality netting around the perimeter to help prevent kids from falling off. Avoid buying cheap protective gear.
\n7. Place it on a flat clear surface<\/strong>. When setting up your trampoline, make sure it\u2019s on a flat surface away from trees, fences, swing sets, swimming pools, etc.Place it on sand or bark chips that can provide some cushioning. Never place it on a concrete surface.
\n8. Periodic inspections are necessary.<\/strong> Periodically inspect the trampoline looking for tears, broken springs, loose bolts, and worn safety pads and netting. The different weather patterns in the Midwest can cause the equipment to deteriorate.
\nAdditional Resources
\nTrampoline Safety
\nInstalling safety net on your trampoline
\nSet up trampoline enclosure
\nDo you have any tips you\u2019d like to share? I\u2019d love to hear them; please share them in the box below.
\nSources:
\n http:\/\/www.huffingtonpost.com\/2014\/04\/29\/trampoline-injuries-fractures-broken-bones_n_5227768.html
\nhttps:\/\/www.cpsc.gov\/PageFiles\/137868\/085.pdf<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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