Fitness Center Cleaning Checklist

Use this Fitness Center Cleaning Checklist to maintain hygiene in all areas, such as showers, locker rooms, gym equipment, rubber surfaces, etc.

Fitness Center Cleaning Checklist



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Section 1 of 6 · 14 questions

General Cleaning

  1. Is the facility properly cleaned?

  2. Are high-touch surfaces disinfected regularly?

  3. Are areas and equipment sanitized according to guidelines?

  4. Is staff training provided protocols on cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing?

  5. Are cleaning and safety procedures clearly communicated to fitness members?

  6. Are the hands washed for 20 seconds before starting?

  7. Is the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) worn?

  8. Are wipes used to clean in the same direction?

  9. Are the surfaces left wet for the recommended amount of time?

  10. Is the PPE and cleaning material disposed of properly after finishing?

  11. Are the hands re-washed after disposing of PPE and materials?

  12. Is signage posted about hand washing, disinfectant wiping, and equipment cleaning?

  13. Are sanitation stations readily available throughout the facility?

  14. Do locker rooms, bathrooms, water fountains, towel stations, equipment areas, and sanitation stations have clear instructional signage about the cleaning rules of the fitness center?

Section 2 of 6 · 9 questions

Shower & Locker Room Cleaning

  1. Are sinks cleaned and disinfected?

  2. Are showers cleaned and disinfected?

  3. Are all faucets cleaned and disinfected?

  4. Are benches cleaned and disinfected?

  5. Are door handles and locker handles cleaned and disinfected?

  6. Are light switches cleaned and disinfected?

  7. Hourly Cleaning: Is the facility inspected regularly to keep it tidy and identify potential hazards?

  8. Daily Cleaning: Are floors swept and mopped, and are all surfaces cleaned and disinfected?

  9. Weekly Cleaning: Are all surfaces deep cleaned, and are floors machine cleaned?

Section 3 of 6 · 7 questions

Gym Equipment Cleaning

  1. Is the machine unplugged before cleaning (if applicable)?

  2. Is the cleaning solution prepared?

  3. Is the solution sprayed onto a microfiber cloth?

  4. Is the entire equipment wiped down?

  5. Is the equipment allowed to dry fully?

  6. After Each Use: Are gym machines wiped down with disinfectant by a staff member after every use?

  7. Daily Cleaning: Are gym machines thoroughly cleaned and disinfected at least once per day?

Section 4 of 6 · 8 questions

Exercise Mat Cleaning

  1. Is any dirt or debris swept or vacuumed off the mat?

  2. Is a damp cloth used to wipe off tough or stuck-on spots?

  3. Is a mixture of warm water and an approved sanitizing product prepared to disinfect the mat?

  4. Is a damp cloth or microfiber mop used to wipe down the mat?

  5. Is the mat allowed to air-dry completely before the next use?

  6. Daily: Are mats cleaned and disinfected after every use?

  7. Bi-weekly/Monthly: Are mats sealed bi-weekly or monthly depending on usage?

  8. Quarterly: Are mats cleaned with a bleach solution quarterly?

Section 5 of 6 · 7 questions

Rubber Floor Cleaning

  1. Is the floor swept?

  2. Are any spots on the rubber flooring cleaned?

  3. Is the floor mopped?

  4. Is the floor allowed to dry completely?

  5. Is the floor disinfected?

  6. Daily: Are the floors cleaned and disinfected?

  7. Bi-weekly/Monthly: Is the floor sealed bi-weekly or monthly based on the volume of usage?

Section 6 of 6 · 8 questions

Wooden Floor Cleaning

  1. Is the floor swept?

  2. Are spots on the rubber flooring cleaned?

  3. Is the floor mopped?

  4. Is the floor allowed to dry completely?

  5. Is the floor disinfected?

  6. Daily: Are the floors cleaned and disinfected?

  7. Periodic: Is burnishing performed periodically?

  8. Yearly: Is the floor recoated once a year?

Checklist by GoAudits. This checklist is an example: we do not guarantee compliance with the laws applicable to your territory or industry. Seek professional advice to adapt it to your workplace or jurisdiction.

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