Editorial | Hong Kong’s activity centres must always put safety first
- Hong Kong trampoline park accident highlights risks taken by visitors at such facilities and waivers that go with them
Risks are a constant in life and navigating them is critical for success. It is important to reflect and learn from last week’s accident involving two teenage boys who collided at a Hong Kong trampoline park.
One, a 17-year-old, who was said to have suffered a head wound, was fitted with a neck brace, and taken to hospital where he was in a serious condition. The other, a 14-year-old, sought medical treatment for an injury to his collarbone.
While best wishes for a quick and full recovery go to the boys, the accident should prompt a thorough investigation and possible strengthening of regulations on commercial venues that offer such activities. The Quarry Bay facility confirmed the pair “accidentally collided while jumping on the same trampoline”.
A spokeswoman for the Ryze Ultimate Trampoline Park said staff remained “committed to continuously improving our protocols and implementing enhanced safety measures”.
Rules posted at the venue stipulate participants have to maintain “an appropriate amount of space” between themselves. A waiver must be signed by all visitors, as well as a parent or legal guardian for those under the age of 18. Customers forfeit their rights to sue “for any injury, including paralysis or death”.