When more weight is NOT better!
Do you use adjustable squat racks in your gym? Have you checked the weight limits? Adjustable squat racks vary greatly in terms of the maximum loads they can support. A quick search online found a weight limit range from 150kg to 300kg and over. Whilst not an issue for most clients, there are some that […]
Sneaky peak…
Fancy a sneaky peek around our Risk Management Portal? Here you go! We have just uploaded a HUGE batch of document templates to help you to put systems in place as easily, quickly and effectively as possible 👌 If you have a membership with us, you now have access to a fully integrated system of […]
WEEE need to manage waste…
How do you dispose of old batteries from rower/bike consoles and the like? Do you just throw them in the bin? Batteries are classed as hazardous waste. It is an offence to send hazardous waste to landfill, which if mixed in with general waste, is a likely outcome. If waste companies find hazardous waste in […]
Hand Sanitiser: Quick Tips
If you use pump dispensers, check your hand sanitiser nozzles regularly and give them a quick wipe to remove any congealed gel – any blockage of the nozzles can cause the gel to spray out to the sides. This can end up on the floor, making it slippery, or even potentially get in people’s eyes. […]
Catch it, bin it….have lots of waste to dispose of……
Have you considered the extra waste likely to be generated by the additional cleaning you are planning post lockdown? Have you thought of how to keep this to a minimum? Have you contacted your waste disposal service provider to find out whether they require any special disposal measures to be taken? This could be as […]
How DO you clean?
What are your equipment cleaning procedures? Do they go further into detail than ‘wipe down equipment’? Having and implementing a written method statement for ‘how’ to clean keeps your processes consistent, uniform and ensures an efficient system. Communicating this is, as always, is key. Creating posters, leaving a written procedure on a whiteboard, creating a […]
Success!
We love it when we hear these statements from our clients, because it means we have helped them identify risks to their business, and made a difference. Under the common law known as Duty of Care, businesses must demonstrate they have reasonably foreseen risks in order to avoid liability. This includes systems of work, safe […]
Of COSHH you have to label things….
Have you bought chemicals such as disinfectant, sanitiser and other cleaning solutions in bulk? Do you intend to decant them into smaller containers, such as spray bottles? Did you know that any containers you use for those chemicals should be correctly labelled to identify the product inside? Having chemicals in containers which are not labelled […]
Fire away!!!
What should a comprehensive Fire Risk Assessment include? Detailed analysis/information related to: ✅ Building size & construction✅ User and occupancy profiles, including vulnerable groups✅ Potential fuel and ignition sources✅ Alarm system details✅ Fire fighting equipment details✅ Escape route and assembly points✅ Signage and training✅ Maintenance and records Ideally there will also be other linked documents […]
Review and re-new…
✅ Indemnification/release of liability criteria for remote programming and/or online sessions.✅ GDPR permission for entry of client data into Accident and Near Miss books.✅ CCTV release.✅ Photo/video release and opt-in or out options.✅ E-cigarette use✅ Swimming ability How often do you review your Risk Management documentation? In most situations, an annual review should be conducted […]