There are a lot of things to consider when you buy a safety net, as they have a direct impact upon the safety of yours. We have written about some of the main factors below and have also outlined what we feel is the best safety enclosure currently available.
The material of the safety net:
The material of the safety net is generally different on each model, but it’s important to check that it is a strong and durable material, ensuring that it can take the weight of the user and is fully weather resistant.
The safety enclosures poles:
The material that the safety net’s poles are made from is an important thing to consider, they need to be strong but padded as otherwise they could become a safety hazard.
The positioning of the safety net:
Different safety nets are positioned in different ways, most are on the outside of the pads, but we would recommend getting one that goes on the inside of the pads, this way the pads will last longer and the user will be able to land on the pads, ensuring that the net isn’t taking the full weight of the user.
The entrance to the safety net:
The entrance of a safety net is an important safety consideration, entering and exiting the safety enclosure is one of the most common causes of injury. We would recommend finding an enclosure that features toggles or Velcro.
