Wibit Inflatable Systems Safety Checklist:
What to look look for when buying commercial grade pool inflatable products |
Entrapment Hazards
Entrapment hazards, such as a child's ankle getting caught can occur with
grab or climbing handles if the open space between the unit and the handle
is too large. This gap should not be greater than 1.2". |
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Ultra Strong Grab Handles
Wibit Inflatables have ultra strong grab handles for steadiness and
stability while climbing on and around the inflatable units. |
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Certified Safety Standards
Inflatables certified to international safety standards
ensure that proper testing and compliance with standards have been
met. Wibit Inflatables are German TUV certified, conforming to state
of the art Safety Norm EN 15649. |
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Reinforced Welded Seams
A 4 layer seam of 32 oz. (1,100g) thick commercial grade PVC system
make Wibit Inflatables strong and durable to protect against bursting
or ruptures. |
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Graphical Warning Information
Graphical warning symbols printed direct on the inflatable clearly and
quickly advise users and operators of load capacity, place of use, risk
hazards, performance and other relevant safety information. |
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Minimum Water Depth
Calculation of the minimum water depth required for usage is
based on a certified formula that correlates with the height of
the inflatable, and this minimum depth requirement is shown on the
inflatable and in owner's manual. |
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Pressure Gauge (Manometer)
The Wibit Ramp inflatable and those units that come with an electric pump
also come with a manometer to ensure the correct inflation is maintained
as under/over inflation will result in dangerous in-water performance
and create hazards. |
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Pressure Relief Valve
The pressure relief valve prevents over inflation of the inflatable and is included with
certain modular units. |
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Safety Cover Flaps
When one inflatable unit is connected to another the gap between
the units should not be wider than 1" (2.5cm) and a safety cover
flap should be used to avoid entanglement of body parts.
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Extra Wide Safety Pad
The safety pad prevent users from colliding into any metal parts and should
be at least twice the length of the spring. Wibit exceeds that minimum
requirement with a safety pad width of 27.5"(springs are 8.5 inches long). |
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Locking Inflation Valve
Wibit Inflatables have a secure, locking inflation valves that
prevent unintentional opening of the valve and a sudden collaspe
of the unit. The valve cap is rounded so as not to become an
entrapment risk. |
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Secure Anchoring Options
Specific anchoring options for the intended use. Wibit Inflatables
are equipped with various anchoring attachments to which an
anchoring rope keeps the floating unit in position and a safe
distance (10' or 3m) from solid objects, such as the pool edge. |
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Detailed Instructions
Each Wibit Inflatable comes with an instruction manual that
clearly shows how to assemble and disassemble the unit, and provides
servicing information and warning instuctions. A repair kit is
included with this manual.
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