Why Supervision Matters at Jumping Castle Events
Jumping castles are designed for fun, but without proper supervision, risks can increase quickly. Common safety issues arise when:
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Large children mix with toddlers
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Too many users enter at once
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Rough play or climbing occurs
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Entry and exit points become congested
Active supervision ensures these risks are managed before they become problems. This is especially important at school fetes, council events, and large private parties, where excitement and crowd numbers are high.
What Our Trained Event Staff Do
When staff are booked with your hire, their role is focused on safety and rule enforcement, not babysitting.
Our trained staff:
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Monitor user numbers and age groups
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Enforce safe play rules
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Prevent rough behaviour and overcrowding
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Manage safe entry and exits
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Respond quickly to any safety concerns
This structured approach keeps participants safe and helps events run efficiently from start to finish.
Working With Children Checks (WWCC)
For added peace of mind, all Melbourne Castle Hire staff working at events hold valid Working With Children Checks (WWCC).
This is particularly important for:
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Schools and kindergartens
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Council and community events
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Public and ticketed functions
WWCC compliance ensures that anyone supervising children at your event has met strict screening requirements, giving parents, organisers, and venues confidence in the professionalism of our team.
Wet Weather & Jumping Castle Safety
Many people are surprised to learn that jumping castle blowers are fully weather-rated and designed to operate safely in wet conditions.
If rain occurs:
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Blowers must remain switched ON
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Turning a castle off during rain allows water to enter the internal chambers
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This can cause the inflatable to become waterlogged and extremely heavy
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A waterlogged castle may be unsafe or impossible to pack down
For this reason, if equipment is turned off in wet weather and becomes waterlogged, additional labour or re-collection fees may apply. This policy protects the equipment and ensures safe handling for everyone involved.
Your Role as the Event Organiser
To help your event run smoothly, we ask hirers to:
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Ensure clear access for delivery and collection
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Keep power connected at all times unless advised otherwise
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Follow staff instructions and safety guidelines
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Maintain general supervision of children not on the equipment
Clear communication and shared responsibility make a big difference on event day.
Final Thoughts
A jumping castle should be a highlight of your event — fun, exciting, and stress-free. With the right planning, trained staff, and clear safety procedures, everyone can enjoy the day with confidence.
At Melbourne Castle Hire, we pride ourselves on providing safe, compliant, and professionally managed jumping castle hire across Melbourne. If you have any questions about supervision, staffing, or event requirements, our team is always happy to help.
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