Inflatable Inspection and Safety

11:00 a.m. Room S330 A

Brian DeCoster, Big Ten Rentals Inc., Iowa City, IA

John Makrias, Jr., A & R Rental Center, York, PA

Philip Slaggert, Slaggert Risk Management, Stuart, FL

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Inflatable Inspection

and Safety

Presented by:

Brian DeCoster, Big Ten Rentals, Iowa

John Makrias, A & R Rental Center, Penn.

Philip Slaggert, Slaggert Risk Management, Fla.

Educational Session Sponsors

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Please stop by their booths to thank them for their sponsorship.

Inflatable Inspection

and Safety

Presented by:

Brian DeCoster, Big Ten Rentals, Iowa

John Makrias, A & R Rental Center, Penn.

Philip Slaggert, Slaggert Risk Management, Fla.

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Know Your State

Regulations

ARA

www.ararental.org/ Government-Affairs/ Issues-Affecting-Our-Industry/ State-Issues

ARA

For use at your store To give to your customers

https://www.astm.org/Standards/F2374.htm

ASTM F2374 – 10 Standard Practice for Design, Manufacture, Operation, and Maintenance of Inflatable Amusement Devices

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ASTM International

Inflatable Rental

• Deposit to Reserve

• Operator Training Acknowledgement

• Inspections and Public Events

• Questions to ask for each reservation

• Return Checklist

A & R Rental Center

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• Follow staking and/or weighting guidelines • 12 gage 50’ extension cord • Has the inflatable been approved by the state?

Follow Manufacturer Guidelines

A & R Rental Center

State and Federal Guidelines and Restrictions

A & R Rental Center

http://www.rentalsafety.com/ Debbie Henderson with Air Castles and Slides in Edison, NJ

http://www.aircastlesandslides.com/

A & R Rental Center

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State of Iowa Requirement

An electrical disconnect is required by the State of Iowa for all inflatables. This homemade panel is inexpensive to make, has an easy to carry handle and keeps the breaker out of the water.

Big Ten Rentals

Safety

It’s easy to trip when exiting an inflatable. 3x3 or 4x4 foam mats help minimize injuries at the entrances and slide exits. Available online. Google “MMA foam mats.” We prefer the 1” thick style.

Big Ten Rentals

Safety

Send safety signage with the operator for larger events.

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Training

Sample of Happy Jump’s Training Questionnaire

(The full questionnaire is included in your handouts with permission

from Happy Jump.)

Big Ten Rentals

Training Certificate

Big Ten Rentals

Inflatable Rental With

Operator

Big Ten Rentals

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Inflatable Rental With Operator

Big Ten Rentals

Big Ten Rentals

Inflatable Rental

Without Operator

Inflatable Rental Without Operator

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The contract will automatically add both Stakes and Sandbags. Delete one or the other from final contract. If it is installed on cement or if there is not adequate time for a One-call, then keep the sandbags and delete the stakes. Stakes are preferred when possible.

Bounce – Princess Palace Capacity 6 X

OK

!

Minimize loading errors by specifying stakes or sandbags at the time of booking. This statement pops-up when booking small inflatables for customer pick up.

Pop-up Notification – Stakes or Sandbags

Big Ten Rentals

Pop-up Notification – Power

How far away is power from inflatable? Do not exceed 50-100’ or the voltage drop will be too much and it will not inflate properly. Generators are available for rent. We will need a plug in for EACH fan, and they must be on SEPARATE CIRCUITS. Tell the customer now.

Fan, 1.5hp Huffer / Similar Hi Velocity X

OK

!

A warning note pops-up at time of rental. Calculate power requirements in advance. Customers often underestimate how much power a 1hp fan will draw. Undersized cords are a hazard and can cause the item to not inflate properly.

Big Ten Rentals

Revised regulations

How to become involved

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Time for Questions

Brian DeCoster, Big Ten Rentals, Iowa

John Makrias, A & R Rental Center, Penn.

Philip Slaggert, Slaggert Risk Management, Fla.

Next Sessions

Tent Draping – Sophistication and Style Room 330A

What’s IN Your Toolbox? Room 330C

Educate, Equip, Empower – Create Success

as a Manager Room 330E

The Grass is Greener on the Other Side,

Isn’t It? Room 331A

Lunch and Speed Painting by Tim Decker Room 320A

IN7Rental ManageMent n September 2011 RentalManagementMag.com

Even though you, the rental store, may send employees to install, attend and take down inflatables, there still is an opportunity to educate the customer on the equipment use and safety. If a rental store is not providing an attendant, make sure the attendant

on-site is aware of these potential risks prior to supervising the inflatable.

Source: ARA Insurance, Kansas City, Mo. For more safety and risk management information, go to ARAinsure.com. Customers of ARA Insurance can log on to ReSource. Access is free, so if you haven’t signed up yet, contact your agent or call 800-821-6580.

Inflatablesafety tipsn Leave the blower running continuously until

you need to deflate the unit.

n Inflatables are designed for use by children. Adults are generally too heavy and could be injured or injure others if they use the inflatable. As a result, adults are not permitted on the inflatable.

n Children must be physically able to use the inflatable.

n Children must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times.

n Group children by size; do not allow different sized children on the inflatable at the same time.

n Limit the number of children using the inflatable at the same time.

n Follow all rules listed on the side of the inflatable.

n Remove shoes before using the inflatable.

n Remove all sharp or hard-edged objects, such as glasses, jewelry, watches, shoes, casts, etc., before using the inflatable. Remove all items from pockets.

n No flips, somersaults or body slamming is allowed.

n Jumping is only allowed inside the area enclosed by the safety netting. Do not jump on the loading platform.

n Food, drink, gum, candy, etc., are choking hazards and therefore are not permitted while using the inflatable.

n Do not permit children to play near the fan or behind the rear of the unit where they cannot be readily supervised.

n To prevent the spread of germs, children should wash their hands and faces after using the inflatable.

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Inflatablesafety tips

Photo courtesy of istockphoto.com/ RonfromYork

n Leave the blower running continuously until you need to deflate the unit.

n Inflatables are designed for use by children. Adults are generally too heavy and could be injured or injure others if they use the inflatable. As a result, adults are not permitted on the inflatable.

n Children must be physically able to use the inflatable.

n Children must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times.

n Group children by size; do not allow different sized children on the inflatable at the same time.

n Limit the number of children using the inflatable at the same time.

n Follow all rules listed on the side of the inflatable.

n Remove shoes before using the inflatable.

n Remove all sharp or hard-edged objects, such as glasses, jewelry, watches, shoes, casts, etc., before using the inflatable. Remove all items from pockets.

n No flips, somersaults or body slamming is allowed.

n Jumping is only allowed inside the area enclosed by the safety netting. Do not jump on the loading platform.

n Food, drink, gum, candy, etc., are choking hazards and therefore are not permitted while using the inflatable.

n Do not permit children to play near the fan or behind the rear of the unit where they cannot be readily supervised.

n To prevent the spread of germs, children should wash their hands and faces after using the inflatable.

Information provided by ARA Insurance Services

Copyright Rental ManageMent Magazine, Published August 2011

© 2011 Reprinted by permission from Rental Management, September 2011, page IN7.

© 2011 Rental Management. All rights reserved.

Reproduced with permission from Happy Jump, Northridge, Calif. Feb. 2017

Inflatable Training Questionnaire 1. Do not operate units when winds exceed:

a. 5 MPH

b. 10 MPH

c. 13 MPH

d. 15 MPH

2. Which of the following extension cords are required to be used?

a. Extension cords which are less than 20 feet in length.

b. Three-wire extension cord which are a minimum of 12 gauges and have

proper grounding.

c. Two-wire extension cords which are a minimum of 16 gauges and have

proper grounding.

d. Any extension cord.

3. What amount of clearance is required around and above the inflatable?

a. Two feet

b. Five feet

c. Four feet

d. None

4. When the operator inspects the area:

a. A slope is alright with the proper tie downs.

b. On a slope, the unit must be connected to a tree.

c. Only setup on sloped land using water bags to hold the unit down.

d. Do not setup on sloped land.

5. What type of stakes can you use for the tie downs?

a. 12 inch long stakes

b. 10 inch long stakes

c. 18 inch long stakes

d. Any length is fine

6. Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the operator?

a. Operators should regularly check stakes and tie downs.

b. Operators should keep an eye on the riders and make sure they aren’t

rough housing/wrestling.

c. Operators should spray water to cool riders down.

d. Operators should watch so riders keep 4 feet distance from each other.

7. The tethers which are attached to the top of the unit should be at which of the

following angles?

a. Approximately 10º

b. Approximately 30º

c. Approximately 45º

d. Approximately 60º

Reproduced with permission from Happy Jump, Northridge, Calif. Feb. 2017

8. Which of the following could be used instead of stakes?

a. You could secure the unit by tying the unit up to a tree.

b. You could secure the unit by tying the unit up to a car.

c. You could secure the unit by tying the unit up to the proper amount of

sandbags.

d. All of the above.

9. If you are replacing an anchor with sandbags, what is the recommended weight

and amount of sandbags?

a. Any weight

b. Four 50 lbs sandbags per anchor for indoor use and three 50 lbs sandbags

per anchor for outdoor use.

c. Two 50 lbs sandbags per anchor for indoor use and four 50 lbs sandbags

per anchor for outdoor use.

d. One 50 lbs sandbag per anchor for indoor use and one 50 lbs sandbag per

anchor for outdoor use.

10. If a rider meets the minimum height requirement for a unit, can they be on the unit

with riders of all sizes?

a. Yes, riders of all sizes can use the units together.

b. No, the riders must be close in size with each other to prevent injury for

smaller riders.

11. Which of the following are allowed inside the inflatable?

a. Hanging from the side nettings or climbing on the unit

b. Doing flips inside the unit

c. Entering the unit with no shoes on

d. Pregnant women

12. Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the operator?

a. Operators should check the unit for proper inflation.

b. Operators should always stay at the back of the unit to watch the air blower.

c. Operators should immediately ask persons who are not following the safety

rules to leave.

d. Operators should make sure all power cords are secure and out of the

path of riders.

13. Which of the following conditions does not prohibit ride participation?

a. Current or previous injury to the back or neck.

b. Persons who had a meal.

c. Pregnancy

d. Any respiratory conditions.

14. How many people are allowed per sliding lane?

a. One

b. Two

c. Three

d. Any amount.

Reproduced with permission from Happy Jump, Northridge, Calif. Feb. 2017

15. True or False: A slide operator must make sure the landing area of a slide is clear

before a new rider begins sliding down the unit.

a. True

b. False

16. An operator of a slide should be present at the climbing area and

a. Help or remove riders when necessary.

b. Ride down the slide with riders when necessary.

c. Push riders when necessary.

d. Have riders jump off the top of the slide.

17. The operator must make sure that:

a. Riders wear the headgear/harnesses properly.

b. Riders are given headgear/harnesses and it is their choice if they wear them.

c. Riders do not wear headgear/harnesses.

d. Riders prepare their own headgear/harnesses.

18. For obstacle courses, operators must make sure that the previous rider is out of

the unit before the next one enters the same lane.

a. True

b. False

19. How many operators must be on watch?

a. One

b. Two

c. Any adult present counts.

d. Refer to the owner’s manual for proper amount.

20. How many stakes do units need?

a. Five

b. Ten

c. Fifteen

d. Refer to the owner’s manual for the proper amount.

21. Which of the following is the correct statement?

a. Operators can leave the area while the ride is being used and nominate an

adult as operator.

b. For faster deflation, operators can turn off the blower while riders are

inside to speed up the packing process.

c. Operators should make sure no unauthorized persons come in contact with

the air blower.

d. Operators should allow riders to enter the unit with sharp objects.