Trampoline safety in children: Evaluation of the accuracy and reliability of YouTube videos

All were found to be lacking important safety information, including recommendations on trampoline equipment, appropriate installation or maintenance, the need for adult supervision, adequate safety precautions, dangerous hazards, and when to seek medical care (Table 1). The reliability of the data collection (k = 0.80) showed strong agreement despite the subjective nature of classifying videos. Additional downfalls of social media as a source of information include peer pressure in the form of videos that show individuals performing and encouraging the performance of dangerous skills or tricks, fostering unrealistic expectations, and encouraging vulnerable individuals such as children and adolescents to post their own videos, putting them at risk for injury should they attempt tricks that are beyond their capabilities [8]. Trampoline Equipment Enclose trampolines with high trampoline safety nets around the perimeter 18 (19.4%) Ensure that your trampoline has padding over frames and springs 16 (17.2%) Look for a trampoline with excellent safety ratings 12 (12.9%) Obtain a rider to cover trampoline-related injuries on home insurance 7 (7.5%) Purchase a round trampoline 6 (6.5%) Installation & Maintenance Regularly check that your trampoline is in good condition 18 (19.4%) When damaged, protective padding, the net enclosure should be replaced 9 (9.7%) Install the trampoline on a leveled ground to help in proper balancing 9 (9.7%) Do not install the trampoline near trees, poles or fences 8 (8.6%) Ensure that trampoline is securely anchored to the ground 7 (7.5%) Place the trampoline on energy absorbing ground 6 (6.5%) Make sure there's plenty of clear space above the trampoline 5 (5.4%) Check if all the springs are in position and the bolts well tightened 3 (3.2%) Ensure there is sufficient lighting in your backyard 1 (1.1%) Trampoline Safety Information Ensure that only one child uses the trampoline at a time 50 (53.8%) Wait until your child is older than six years before getting a trampoline 21 (22.5%) Do not permit gymnastic exercises or stunts 13 (14.0%) Provide adult supervision at all times 12 (12.9%) Climb or carefully step off the trampoline; don't jump off 7 (7.5%) Keep other children and pets away from the sides and underneath 7 (7.5%) Take the time to learn the basics of jumping 6 (6.5%) Jump in the center of the mat 5 (5.4%) Don't bounce off the trampoline net 5 (5.4%) Use the trampoline only when the mat is dry 3 (3.2%) Do not sit, stand or lie o