Confused about what does & does not need a PIPA certificate? No problem here's the advise needed.

All inflatables have to be be tested by law under the PUWER regulations from HSE.

Inflatables designed for Bouncing & Sliding can be tested by the manufacturers,RPII, ADIPS, TUV NAFLIC & PIPA. for example PIPA & the RPII are only qualified to test inflatables designed specifically for Bouncing & Sliding such as Bouncy Castles, Slides and some basic Obstacle Courses.

PIPA are not qualified to test:

  • Gladiator Duels
  • Knockout Inflatables
  • Gladiator Duels
  • Wrecking Balls
  • Bungee Runs
  • Rodeo Bull Beds
  • Pillow Bashes
  • Sumo Suits
  • Ball pools
  • Eliminator Runs
  • Activity Units
  • Marquees
  • Buildings
  • Grotto's
  • Fairground Inflatables
  • Water slides
  • Foam pits and many other inflatables.