Our skin hosts millions of germs that come rolling off when we sweat. They can then be transferred to equipment by skin contact, sweat, or by a towel. Members who use the same equipment are exposed to the germs left behind by the previous user.
A recent study showed that benign bacteria and the rhinovirus, which causes the common cold, were on 63 percent of gym equipment surfaces that had contact with hands.
Equipment in a health club can also host: Staphylococcus, E. Coli, Candida, Diptheroids, and Streptococcus Viridans.
MRSA outbreaks in health clubs are on the rise.
Are your members getting fit or sick?
Gyms have always been a breeding ground for germs. Your members can unknowingly be carriers of, or exposed to, these germs. Help protect your members and staff from cross-contamination by contacting Workplace Essentials and finding out how our fresh approach to restroom hygiene services will work for you:
