Stay Safe While Keeping Your New Year’s Resolutions

In the United States, the number one New Year’s resolution continues to be losing weight, followed by quitting smoking and/or drinking. Statistics have shown that roughly 50% will make a resolution, but approximately 20% will fail after one week, and 40% will fail after one month.

For those who decide to participate in fitness, exercise or sports activities, this time of year is usually marked by a large spike in gym or fitness facility membership and attendance. With this increased participation, the following issues can sometimes occur:

Instructor-led group classes can be conducted beyond room capacity.
Gym equipment can become damaged due to the increased rate of usage, resulting in failure.
Inexperienced or new users may misuse equipment beyond its capacity or in a manner for which it was not designed.
Parking lot, lighting, and security issues can result in accidents or slips and falls.
In cold weather climates, heating and hot water system issues can create problems.
Staffing can become overworked attempting to service the facility, resulting in their decreased ability to monitor individual member’s activities.

ARCCA has the experienced engineers to handle a variety of fitness facility incidents and issues ranging from equipment misuse, equipment failure, slips and falls, code provisions, and workplace safety.

All of us at ARCCA wish you a healthy, happy and safe New Year!