Are Trampolines Safe?

This is probably the first questions most people have when possibly considering purchasing a trampoline...."Are trampolines safe?"

Owning and using a trampoline definitely comes with the risk that someone will get hurt. Anytime you take on a physical type of work, sport, or exercise...you take on the chance of injury.

If you own and use a trampoline, there are things you need to address in order to ensure that using trampolines is as safe as possible.

My Disclaimer: The following are things I take on for the safety of my kids and others that use our trampoline. This is not an exhaustive list and you may have injuries even using the following techniques or safety measures. If you used this list, don't hold me liable for any injuries you or others may encounter.

I highly recommend safety enclosures, especially if you have young children. There are many times that our enclosure has kept my kids from falling off our trampoline.

You've heard it before, but allowing only one person on the trampoline at a time reducing the risk of injury. It just makes sense, more than one means heads bump or someone getting thrown from landing incorrectly.

Supervision is huge as well. It doesn't take long for young kids (probably even older ones) to get some funny ideas about what they should do on the trampoline. You need to be there, to make sure that what goes on, isn't going to cause injury (i.e. no triple front flips and other tricks jumpers aren't trained for).

Keep your trampoline in good shape. I don't know how many trampolines I see that have safety pads half hanging off and springs missing. If you use it, make sure that the parts are in good condition or replace them.

Are Trampolines Safe?

They aren't as safe as sitting on the couch watching TV, or as safe as having a nap. There are ways to increase the safety around trampolines, and if you aren't comfortable with them, don't buy one.

I think they offer great fun and exercise for my family.

Take Care!
Allen

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