Cleaning a gym can be a daunting task, even if we have a small facility. Every time we decide to clean our equipment, the different workout areas, and the various surfaces, we are plagued by doubts about whether we are doing it right and, above all, whether we are using the right products for each element.
If you identify with this situation, don’t worry, you’re not alone. Every owner and every person responsible for maintaining a workout area of this type faces the same question. Fortunately, at Total Pro Cleaning, we are aware of this concern and offer our experience and organization to create a cleaning protocol appropriate for your business. Today, we aim to clarify the most frequently asked questions and show you what it takes to clean a gym with quality, optimizing your time and resources.
Preliminary Approach to Cleaning a Gym
Before we begin to consider which products or cleaning process we should implement, we’ll start with some basic points to keep in mind: High-touch surfaces, such as machine grips, bars, mats and floors, floors, and secondary facilities, all require periodic disinfection with appropriate and safe products, following the manufacturer’s instructions.
In addition, all training equipment, whether weights, resistance machines, or cardio machines, must be cleaned after each use with appropriate solutions. It’s important to ensure adequate ventilation during cleaning and disinfection to prevent the buildup of harmful vapors. Of course, training equipment such as weight machines, cardio machines, mats, bars, weight plates, and dumbbells must be cleaned and disinfected. Shared surfaces such as grips, benches, and mirrors should also be cleaned intensively with disinfectant products. We offer two basic services: deep cleaning and routine cleaning. We ensure that staff are properly trained in cleaning and disinfection procedures, as well as in the safe use of chemicals.
We recommend that gym owners keep a gym cleaning calendar with key points to consider, such as disinfection, depending on the frequency of equipment use. For routine cleaning, it is necessary to perform daily cleaning of all areas and equipment after each use or shift. Moreover, a weekly or bi-weekly deep cleaning of all facilities should be carried out. so, a monthly or bi-monthly deep disinfection of the entire gym is recommended. An important aspect is to identify priority areas and equipment that require the most attention. These include high-traffic and frequently touched areas, such as the reception desk, locker rooms, and restrooms.
