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Plate-Loaded Machines Safety Checklist

by Simply Gym Coventry, from the Community

This plate-loaded machines checklist helps gyms and fitness facilities conduct routine safety and maintenance checks on strength equipment. Inspect hinges and moving parts, confirm all adjustments operate smoothly, check for missing or loose bolts and nuts, and review the condition of seats and pads. Record any sharp edges and rate how safe each machine feels to use. Use this form to standardize inspections across leg presses, squats, benches, rows, pulldowns, and other plate-loaded units to keep members safe and equipment in top condition.

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by Paul Shillaker, from the Community

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Gym Plate-Loaded Upper Body Checklist

Use this checklist to inspect plate-loaded upper body equipment in gyms, including chest press (flat, incline, decline), seated row, lat pulldown, shoulder press, T-bar row, roman chair, and bench press stations. Verify hinges and adjustments move smoothly, confirm all bolts and nuts are present and tightened, assess seat and pad condition, note sharp edges, and record a 1–5 safety rating. Mark compliant or non-compliant items, add notes and photos, and assign actions to keep machines safe, clean, and well maintained.

by Paul Shillaker, from the Community

10+

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Simply Gym Plate Loaded Leg Machines Checklist

This checklist supports routine inspections of plate loaded leg equipment in a gym environment to maintain safety and performance. Items include squat racks, Smith machines, leg press and incline leg press, hack squat variants, glute machines, calf stations, deadlift platforms, and pendulum squat. Inspectors verify bolt tightness, cable condition, locking mechanisms, upholstery wear, and overall framework security, noting any faults and required maintenance actions. Use this template to standardize equipment checks, reduce risk, and keep members safe.

by Paul Shillaker, from the Community

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Template

Gym Equipment Daily Checks

This daily gym equipment check template helps managers verify the condition and safety of cardio machines, power racks, plate-loaded stations, benches, sleds, and studio bikes. Use it to record inspections, flag issues, and maintain readiness across areas like Endurance/Stretch, Leg Alley, Free Weights, The Rig, Glute machines, and more. Capture location, date, and document number, then sign off as the gym manager or authorized representative. Standardize maintenance routines, reduce downtime, and keep members safe with a consistent, auditable checklist.

by Kaitlan Gardener, from the Community

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Plate-Loaded Machines Safety Checklist

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