From Safety point of view, I find this game is much more safer than playing other sports such as football, basketball or even rugby. As long as the players foolws the safety and house rules, accidents can always be prevented. Preteens also could play the game (with adult supervision) but most paintball field would not be responsible for any accidents that happens to players. The most common rules are:
-Keep your mask (full face mask, not just goggles) on at all times when on a field or playing somewhere else with friends.
-When not playing, barrel plugs or barrel sleeve should be in use at all times
-Markers should be shooting (chronoed) under 300 fps (feet per second).
-Never look down the barrel of a marker.
-Always be careful when unscrewing a tank from a gun. If the brass fitting isn’t moving, stop.
-Only wear masks that are made specifically for paintball.
-Never try to take a tank apart to try an repair it. Take it to someone who is qualified to do it.
-Keep markers and tanks out of direct sunlight when not playing.
-Replace your lens as needed. Never play with cracked or broken lens.
-Never shoot someone with the barrel directly touching their body.
-Never use a damaged CO2 or HPA tank.
-Keep yourself hydrated while playing; drink lots of water, even if you're not really thirsty.
-Stretch before you play.
-Never over fill a tank.
-Never assume that a marker is empty.
Nevertheless, we the marshalls and crews at the Kombat Zone paintball are always ready to teach and show you the correct way to paintball. Feel free to contact us.
My last safety tip is to not eat paintballs! They taste bad and can cause an upset stomach. If you are hungry, please eat an apple. If you saw what these gelatin paintballs are made from, you might change your mind. Plus, you may stain the toilet bowl. Just kidding :)
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