CONTACT
The Inflatable Play Enterprise
First Floor
41 Roseheath
Hemel Hempstead
Hertfordshire
HP1 2NG
Tel: 08707 601001
TIPE is a subscription
service from the
Inflated News
team that offers timely, accurate news and information to those
involved in the bouncy
castle hire industry.
TIPE is NOT a
Trade Association
and should not be
considered such
So you have decided to book a bouncy castle and you will want to ensure that the equipment you hire is safe for your family, friends and guests. There are many thousands of operators who will hire you a bouncy castle but not all are as they seem. Prices also vary considerably and cheapest is not always best or safest
When you contact an operator make sure you ask the following questions:
1) Do your units have a current safety certificate?
2) Do you have Public Liability Insurance? (Ask to see a copy)
3) Does your insurance cover me if we have an accident? (Be aware that it is unlikely that an operators insurance policy will cover you unless it is staffed by the operator or member of the companies staff)
4) Will you confirm my booking in writing? (If you are not offered a written confirmation be very careful)
5) Will you tell me how to operate the unit safely? (Operators should issue written instructions on the safe operation of the unit and what to checks to run for the duration of the hire)
6) What happens if it is raining on the day of my hire?
7) Is the unit suitable for adults? (In general terms most inflatables are suitable for up to 14 years. Over this age you will require an adult unit. The construction of adult units is totally different to standard units)
Inflated News offers free advice to potential hirers who have concerns about hiring and supervising bouncy castles. It can be a mine field so feel free to contact the Inflated News office if you require assistance.
Our operators directory contains details of companies that subscribe to The Industry Play Enterprise (TIPE) and you will note there are various abbreviations against their entry. (Details on TIPE here)
ST = Standard Safety Certification
PIPA = PIPA Certification on compliant units
INS = Public Liability Insurance held
CRB = Disclosure Certificate available for some staff
To locate an operator in your area select your county
and then check for operators by town or postcode
TIPE OPERATORS DIRECTORY