Safety First When Sledging

If you plan on getting the sledge out of storage this year you should always remember the various safety rules when it comes to sledging

. As you can imagine, accidents can happen when out playing in the snow, but if you make sure you and your children are playing it safe you shouldnt have to worry. Here are some tips for safe sledging this year:

Never use an old sledge

If your family sledge has seen better days you should consider getting a new one. Just because its been in your family since you were a child doesnt mean its worth hanging onto, and since its safety could have been compromised with age it could actually pose a risk to you and your kids. Nowadays, sledges are much sturdier and will be able to stand the test of time.

Only sledge in deep snow

This rule is one that you should always keep in mind, as sledging without a thick layer of snow beneath you could end in tears. Without the smooth surface of the snow your sledge will be more prone to tipping or turning over, which can be a bit of a shock and leave you with a few bruises.

Check for rocks

Snow can hide rocks and other obstacles that are lying on the ground, but if you go over them in your sledge that can cause damage to the underside and give you a bit of a bumpy ride.

Never sledge near roads

Sledging near a road can be incredibly dangerous, especially if the road is located at the bottom of the hill youll be going down. Similarly, keep your sledging away from pavements and water, even if its frozen over.

Get yourself a sledge with brakes

In the past, sledges didnt come with brakes and you would simply have to wait for it to slow down. Now, you can get sledges with brakes, but you should still make sure the slope youre using is big enough.

Wear a helmet

You might think you look silly but unless you want to end up with a bumped head, wearing a helmet is a good idea.

Dont go sledging at night

If you go sledging in the dark you wont be able to see any obstacles and might end up with an injury. Keep your sledging to the daylight hours when possible.

Wrap up warm

Make sure you have a thick winter coat, a woolly hat, a scarf and a pair of gloves on so as not to catch a chill you will be playing in snow after all!

by:Alan Trotter

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