10 Essential Bounce House Safety Tips Every Parent Should Know

Keep Kids Safe While They Jump, Laugh, and Play!

At MonkeyBizFun, we believe fun and safety go hand-in-hand. While bounce houses bring endless joy to parties, ensuring a safe environment is crucial. Before renting an inflatable, here are 10 must-know safety tips to protect your little jumpers and guarantee a worry-free celebration.

1. Always Supervise – No Exceptions!

🔹 Assign dedicated adults to watch the bounce house at all times. 🔹 Enforce rules: No flips, roughhousing, or overcrowding. 🔹 Younger kids? Consider separate jump times for toddlers and older children.

Why it matters: Most accidents happen due to lack of supervision.

2. Check the Weather Forecast

🌧️ Rain = Slippery Danger! Wet vinyl increases fall risks. 💨 Wind Advisory? Never use a bounce house in gusts over 15 mph. ☀️ Hot Surfaces: On sunny days, check that the vinyl isn’t too hot for bare feet.

Pro Tip: Have a backup indoor plan or reschedule if needed.

3. Follow Age & Weight Limits

🚸 Age Groups: Some inflatables are designed for toddlers (e.g., low walls), while others suit older kids. ⚖️ Capacity: Never exceed the manufacturer’s weight limit (usually posted near the entrance).

Example: A 20’x20′ bounce house typically holds 6–8 kids at once.

4. Secure Proper Anchoring

🔗 Stakes or Sandbags: Ensure the rental company anchors the inflatable firmly to the ground. 🌱 Surface Matters: Set up on grass, pavement, or level dirt—never on slopes or near pools.

Red Flag: If the bounce house shifts during use, evacuate immediately!

5. Remove Shoes, Jewelry, and Sharp Objects

👟 Barefoot or Socks Only: Shoes can damage the vinyl or hurt others. 💍 No Hard Items: Glasses, jewelry, and toys with edges should stay outside.

Fun Alternative: Provide kids with sticky socks for better grip!

6. No Food or Drinks Inside

🍭 Avoid Choking Hazards: Crumbs, gum, or candy can stick to the surface and cause slips. 🥤 Spills = Mold Risk: Liquid damages the material and creates slippery patches.

Solution: Set up a designated snack area away from the bounce house.

7. Teach Kids Safe Entry and Exit

🚪 One at a Time: Prevent collisions by having kids wait their turn to enter/exit. 🛑 No Climbing Walls: Exits should only be through the designated opening.

Game Idea: Use a “countdown” to rotate jumpers every 10–15 minutes.

8. Avoid Mixing Big and Little Kids

👶 Toddlers vs. Teens: Larger kids can accidentally land on smaller ones. 📏 Height Groups: Consider renting two units if age ranges vary widely.

Parent Hack: Schedule “big kid” and “little kid” jump sessions.

9. Inspect the Bounce House Before Use

🔍 Look for: Holes, torn seams, or broken blowers. ⚠️ Test Stability: Give the sides a gentle push to check anchoring.

What to Do: Report any issues to the rental company right away.

10. Know Emergency Protocols

🆘 Power Outage? Teach kids to sit calmly until the blower restarts. 🤕 Injury Response: Keep a first-aid kit nearby

Pro Reminder: Share safety rules with all guests before jumping begins!

Why Rent from MonkeyBizFun?

✔ Commercial-Grade Inflatables – Regularly inspected for safety. ✔ Professional Setup – We handle anchoring and safety checks.