What are the challenges of Trampoline Parks?

A trampoline park does not have official regulations. The industry itself creates its own safety rules and standards. This is then difficult for a city or state to create adequate procedures to ensure those participating in activities there. In Australia, 1500 children were admitted to the hospital yearly between 2002 and 2011 from trampoline-related injuries. The nature of these spaces makes many different people jump together. This implies that various ages and sizes will meet, without always remaining aware of each other. This imbalance and crowding can for instance create dangerous collisions, sprains, and lack of communication.

How to take appropriate precautions?

There are many precautions that all parties can take in order to minimise risks. Stunts and other dangerous jumps create an unsafe environment. Reducing them as much as possible is essential and should be the operators’ priority. Similarly, not overcrowding the trampolines will allow for more bouncing room and less risks of bumping into others. Ensuring adults and younger users do not jump together is also important to avoid unnecessary hazards. Continuous supervision is essential. In large spaces, but especially in those that tend to be loud and full of people, awareness is key for safety. Those supervising must be attentive at all times and be fully aware of the latest safety standards. For this, the trampoline park should have a set safety guide that both employees and participants must remain aware of. Communication then must be a priority for all involved.

Why Hazavoid?

Hazavoid offers fully wireless solutions: the Hazavoid Wireless Alarm System (pictured above) and the Hazavoid Wireless Alert Beacon System come with a backup battery and solar panels.

The remote control allows for fast and easy activation. Light to carry, it can be used by operators the second they notice a threat. Loud and distinct alarm tones will automatically activate for all to hear. Existing tones such as “Evacuate” or “Lockdown” are available for man-made threats or natural disasters. It is also possible to customise tones and songs for industry-specific or recurring concerns. This can be especially helpful in a trampoline park to immediately tell all within the premises to stop jumping in the case of a participant’s injury. Sensors are also available for beacons in order to delimitate a zone of concern. This ensures those entering it know to step out.

What are the dangers of Mountain Driving?

Mountain driving can be a dangerous task no matter a driver’s competence. A variety of factors must be considered at all times which is not always easy to manage. Awareness is a key aspect of safe driving on uncertain roads. This means remaining conscious of the road, other drivers, weather changes as well as potential animals. One of the biggest risks is being stuck on a mountain. Temperatures will most likely be non-accommodating and it may become difficult to reach for help. Accidents can happen very fast and cause harm to passengers and vehicles.

How to take appropriate precautions?

Remaining aware is essential in order to ensure everyone’s safety. There are already elements in place to assist drivers with this. Speed limits and other warning signs are present alongside roads to remind drivers of adequate safety measures. Reminders are especially important for those who may not be familiar with the roads or for seasonal risks like animals or natural changes. Driving slowly is essential to avoid unnecessary hazards and be able to see as much as possible everywhere. Regardless, this can be difficult to achieve in times of urgency or during the night.

Why PANDA?

The Pedestrian and Driver Alert (PANDA) is a wireless safety solution that ensures full coverage of a driving zone in seconds. The system includes flashing in order to transform passive signs into active ones. In-Road lights are also available to map out certain roads and indicate approaching concerns. A typical installation involves a sign 6 to 20 metres before a hazard and assisting In-Road lights 4 to 10 metres away to raise further awareness. The PANDA System has various activation methods to adapt to a variety of needs and locations. Both manual and automatic options are available to accommodate to any situation.

What are the dangers of a Skate Park?

There are many inherent risks that come with skateboarding. While some cannot be avoided such as falling while learning new skills, some others are exacerbated by their environment. Skate Parks are large areas of land made of concrete that involve various groups of people daily. Depending on their location, skaters should consider many risks. Road traffic, access to medical help, the size of the skate park, and the ability to clearly communicate are all aspects that may create danger. There were 28 fatalities in relation to skateboarding in the U.S in 2014 according to Skaters for Public Skateparks (SPS). Out of these, 23 were hit by cards and 3 more were holding onto vehicles. A 2015 study reports that up to 13.1% of injuries in a skate park are head injuries and up to 63% were to the upper body.

The large size of a skate park can both be beneficial and prone to risks. A park that is large in size will avoid collisions between skaters. However, it may also make communication between people more difficult, especially in cases of any risks or dangers that need attention or fast action. Although smaller parks allow for easier communication, they also make it harder for skaters to avoid each other and can cause harm.

How to take appropriate precautions?

Although some risks are part of skating, others do not have to be. There are still ways to mitigate them. A risk assessor will often establish the risks involved with the various aspects of a skate park. However, it is important to know there are no unanimous standards of risk for skate parks. While certain parks require a limit of height for some of their structures, others may demand skaters to have full joint protection. Some may have no restrictions at all. For this reason certain, it becomes essential to take appropriate precautions to protect all users involved at all times. Providing skate parks with safety systems can help make both those inside and outside the park to be safer. Sirens and beacons for instance would allow for easy communication and wider reach.

These devices can provide help not only prevent harm but also acquire faster help by raising awareness for all.

Why Hazavoid?

Hazavoid offers fully wireless solutions: the Hazavoid Wireless Alarm System (pictured above) and the Hazavoid Wireless Alert Beacon System come with a backup battery and solar panels. These devices allow for fast and easy safety measures at the push of a button, even without training. This means they are able to protect anyone who needs it, even in situations of high stress. The Hazavoid systems allow for wireless independent installations that reduce both costs and wait time. Able to provide both audio and visual cues, they help to protect an entire zone of concern, no matter the need. Users can easily customise their systems tones to suit specific or recurring concerns. The various beacon colours also allow for colour-coding to gauge urgency for instance. Users can also easily add or remove components as their needs and concerns change.