Members-only access for certified Irish inflatable hirers. Find RPII and PIPA updates, compliance resources and industry best practice guidance.
Receiving a solicitor’s letter notifying you of a pending claim or possible court case can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. It often arrives looking like any other piece of mail—perhaps a bill, an event invitation, or a business promotion—until you open it and realize the serious implications for your business, your livelihood, and your family.
We are pleased to share an important legislative update that reflects a significant milestone for our industry. The Planning and Development Act 2024 (“the Act”) was signed into law by President Higgins on 17 October 2024, introducing critical regulations for the inflatable hire sector in Ireland.
There are four types of safety inspections required for inflatables:
When operating inflatables, it’s essential to ensure they meet safety standards. According to the European safety standard EN14960:2019, all inflatables must undergo annual safety testing.
It is recognised that some specific equipment being used for hire or reward contain higher than usual risk factors and possible liabilities than standard inflatables used to bounce and slide on.
IIHF Information regarding supplying slush puppy, popcorn, candy floss machines and or related product.
What is expected of you when you set up a bouncy castle company to hire out inflatables as a business?
For more that a few years now the inflatable industry in Ireland has been without an insurance company willing to underwrite the risk or perceived risk associated with the renting of inflatables such as bouncing castles, obstacle courses, slides and a whole range of other inflatable games.
Congratulations and thank you for becoming a member of the IIHF insurance scheme. You and your company are now part of a growing group of inflatable operators who carry public liability insurance for your hire business.
Bouncy Castle Hire – Hiring a Bouncy Castle, Inflatable Slide, or Obstacle Course for a birthday party, Holy Communion, or just a fun day at home, is the best and healthiest wholesome fun that can be had for your children and your guests.
