Operating
Procedures
Each operator should
read and understand the following instructions.
1.
The ride should
not be operated if wind exceeds 20 mph or in rain or lightning conditions.
2.
All riders must
remove their shoes.
3.
Riders should be
sorted by size. Only riders of the same
size should be allowed in the ride at the same time.
4.
Riders must
remove loose or sharp objects including glasses and dangling jewelry. Glasses
should be removed.
5.
No food, drink,
or gum.
6.
No open flame or
smoking within 50 feet.
7.
Absolutely no
silly string or fireworks should be in the vicinity of the bounce.
8.
The rated
capacity should never be exceeded. The
capacity of the ride is as follows:
|
Unit Size
|
Children 8 and under
|
Children 8 - 12
|
Teens
|
Adults
|
|
15' x 14'
|
10
|
8
|
5
|
3
|
9.
The operator
should assist the riders when they enter and exit the ride.
10.
The operator
should position himself/herself in close proximity to the entrance of the ride.
11.
While the ride is
in operation, the operator should watch the riders at all times. No roughhousing or horseplay should be
tolerated. No climbing on the nets is allowed.
Anyone who does not obey the rules after being warned should be asked to
exit the ride.
12.
The operator must strictly enforce the rules posted on the warning
sign.
13.
The operator must
remain in control of the ride at all times.
Emergency
Procedures
Emergencies can arise for
various reasons. The following are a few
examples of emergencies and how they can be handled. This is strictly a guide…please use common
sense when an emergency occurs.
Weather
Bad weather can arrive in
the form of rain, lightning or strong wind.
In each case you want to evacuate the ride as quickly and safely as
possible.
-
Remain
Calm! If you panic your riders may also panic. Stay calm and stay focused on your job, which
is to help your riders exit the ride quickly, but in an orderly fashion.
-
After everyone
has exited the ride, deflate the ride by turning off the blowers or fans.
-
Mazes should be
folded and taken to a protected area out of the weather. Bounces should be
folded over once so that the interior is protected from the weather.
Loss of Electrical Power
When a loss of power occurs
the ride will slowly start to deflate.
-Remain Calm! You will have ample time to help your
patrons quickly and safely exit the ride.
This situation tends to cause panic…unless the operator stays calm and
relaxed. Talk calmly to those inside
the unit telling them not to panic while you’re helping them walk out.
- Check to see if the
blowers have come unplugged or the cords are unplugged from the outlet. If so, plug them back in and the ride will
re-inflate.
- Contact or have someone
contact Ups and Downs Party Rentals at (703) 843-6231 to check the
problem. Do
not leave the ride unattended.
Damage
If the ride becomes damaged
while in your operation, take the following steps.
-If the ride is ripped or
otherwise begins to lose air, assist all riders from the ride and deflate it.
-Write down what happened,
when, and any other details you observed and turn this report in to the
Responsible Party.
-Contact Ups and Downs
Party Rentals immediately at (703) 843-6231. Do not attempt to continue to
operate the ride.
