Behind the Scenes at Rugby Inflatables
How We Clean & Maintain Our Inflatables
Every inflatable needs proper care throughout its working life.
From cleaning and routine inspections to maintenance and
pre-hire preparation, we work to ensure our equipment is
presentable, suitable and ready for your event.
Looking After Every Inflatable
A bouncy castle may only be at your party for a few hours,
but looking after it is an ongoing process. Our equipment
is checked, cleaned, monitored and maintained between hires
as part of our normal operating procedures.
From One Hire to the Next
Our equipment-care process continues throughout the
inflatable's working life rather than only when its annual
inspection is due.
1
Equipment Returns
After a hire, equipment is returned and any issues
identified during the booking can be noted for
further attention.
2
Condition Checked
The condition of the inflatable and associated
equipment is monitored for damage, excessive wear
or anything requiring maintenance.
3
Cleaning
Inflatables are cleaned as required so that they
remain presentable and suitable for future
customers.
4
Maintenance
Where maintenance or repair is required, the issue
is dealt with before the equipment is returned to
normal hire use.
5
Pre-Hire Preparation
Before the next booking, equipment is prepared and
checked again as part of our pre-hire process.
6
Setup Checks
Further operational and safety checks are completed
when the inflatable is installed at the customer's
location.
Cleaning Our Inflatables
Children's inflatable equipment naturally needs regular
attention. We monitor cleanliness and clean equipment as
required between hires.
Particular attention can be given to areas that receive
regular contact during normal use, including entrance
areas, steps and bouncing surfaces.
Entrance and step areas
Main bouncing areas
Slide surfaces where fitted
Walls and internal surfaces
Safety netting
General appearance
Presentation matters to us.
We want the inflatable arriving at your party to look
clean and presentable as well as being properly prepared
for use.
Visual Inspections
Cleaning also gives us another opportunity to look
closely at the condition of the inflatable.
We monitor areas such as seams, stitching, anchor
points, entrance areas, inflation tubes, netting
and the general condition of the inflatable.
Wear & Damage
Commercial equipment will naturally experience wear
over time, which is why condition monitoring is
important.
If we identify damage or deterioration that could
affect safe or suitable operation, the equipment is
removed from normal hire use while the issue is
assessed.
It's Not Just the Inflatable
The inflatable is only one part of the complete setup.
Blowers, electrical equipment, extension equipment and
other accessories also require appropriate care.
Blower condition
Power cables
Electrical connections
Extension equipment
RCD protection
Safety matting and accessories
Relevant electrical equipment is also subject to our
electrical safety arrangements, including PAT testing
where applicable.
Preventative Maintenance
We don't want to wait for something to fail before
paying attention to it.
Routine condition monitoring helps us identify wear
and maintenance requirements so that appropriate
action can be taken before equipment is supplied
for another hire.
Removing Equipment From Hire
If an item of equipment does not meet our expected
standard, it can be taken out of service.
It will not return to normal hire use until the
concern has been appropriately assessed and any
necessary work has been completed.
Before Your Inflatable Leaves Us
Before equipment is supplied for a booking, we carry out
preparation and condition checks to help make sure it is
ready for use.
✓ General condition checked
✓ Cleanliness checked
✓ Anchor points checked
✓ Inflation areas checked
✓ Blower equipment checked
✓ Associated equipment prepared
The Final Checks Happen at Your Event
Even after an inflatable has been prepared, our checks
continue when we arrive at the hire location.
Once positioned and inflated, we complete the relevant
setup checks before handing the equipment over for use.
These can include checking anchoring, blower positioning,
cable routing, inflatable condition and operating pressure.
Preparation doesn't stop when we load the van.
The final setup at your venue is an important part of
making sure the equipment is ready for the hire.
You Can Help Us Look After the Equipment Too
A few simple rules during your hire help us keep the
inflatables clean and in good condition for everyone.
✓ No food or drinks on the inflatable
✓ No shoes
✓ No sharp objects
✓ No silly string
✓ Follow the supplied operating rules
✓ Report any problems during the hire
A note about face paint
We don't normally allow face paint to be worn while using
our inflatables because some face paints can transfer onto
or permanently stain inflatable material.
Maintenance Is Documented Too
Good equipment management isn't only about what happens
physically to the inflatable. Records and procedures help
us monitor equipment consistently over time.
Equipment records
Inspection records
Maintenance records
Cleaning records
PIPA inspection information
Electrical testing information
View Our Safety Documents
Continuous Improvement
Our maintenance and cleaning arrangements aren't something
we consider finished. We continue to review our equipment,
procedures, records and working practices as the business
develops.
Where equipment needs replacing, procedures can be
improved or additional checks would be useful, we want to
make those improvements rather than simply continuing
because something has always been done a particular way.
Bounce • Play • Party • Fun
Clean, Checked & Ready for Your Party
From cleaning and maintenance behind the scenes to the
final checks at your venue, we take pride in looking after
the equipment our customers trust us to provide.
View Our Inflatables
Safety Documents
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