EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
To get maximum results from exercise equipment, daily and weekly maintenance routines must be followed. The frequency of maintenance needed on exercise equipment is determined by factors that include the following:  Temperature, Humidity, Use, Ventilation, Shielding and friction.  There are two types of maintenance that must be performed on equipment. They are external and internal maintenance. One is just as important as the other so to make sure that neither type is overlooked; Maintenance Schedules should be used to help keep equipment in prime condition.  Barbells and dumbbells should be checked weekly and tightened and/or lubricated as needed.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
Maintenance schedules are used to assign and dictate duties to staff members involving basic cleaning and lubricating procedures on exercise equipment.  Maintenance Schedules should clearly state what pieces of equipment should be cleaned and lubricated by a designated staff member.
 

MAINTENANCE LOGS
Maintenance logs are a means of documenting major repairs performed on exercise equipment. Maintenance logs can help provide proof that management has followed the correct procedures in repairing equipment.  The document should indicate who performed the work, what repairs were made, what type of parts were used (factory or generic), and what date the work was completed.

TIP:  Make sure you only use Factory Recommended Replacement Parts when repairing equipment.  Document all repairs using Maintenance Logs.