In-house gyms are becoming a normal in modern London office spaces, promoting employee wellness, reducing stress, while encouraging a healthier lifestyle. While this benefits employees, they are a hotspot for germs and bacteria, along with unpleasant odours, when not maintained properly.
Cleanliness and hygiene are essential for office gyms, improving health, morale, and productivity. Some effective hygiene tips for office spaces with in-house gyms include:
Office gyms must be cleaned daily, especially high-touch surfaces, such as weights, equipment, benches, and yoga mats. These should be sanitised, along with door knobs, light switches, and locker handles.
We recommend using an approved disinfectant and a microfibre cloth to avoid the risk of spreading germs and damaging equipment.
In order to make it easier for employees to keep the office gym clean between professional cleans, we recommend placing sanitisation stations around the gym, along with disinfectant wipes and hand sanitisers. Each machine should be wiped down before and after use by the employee using it, ensuring it is clean for the next person.
Encourage employees to adopt hygiene habits, such as wiping down equipment after use, using a towel between the equipment and their skin, washing hands before and after each gym session, and avoiding the gym if they are not feeling well. You can use signs to communicate these rules.
Gyms tend to become stuffy with unpleasant odours quickly, if they don't have adequate air flow. Ensure your HVAC system is working at optimal. Clean filters and replace them as needed. You can also include some air purifiers to improve overall air quality. We always recommend, if possible, open the windows to allow natural air flow when the weather permits.
Daily cleaning is essential, but regular deep cleaning should be carried out at least once a week, depending on how busy the office gym is. In-house office gym deep cleaning should include:
It's important to create a clear and detailed cleaning schedule prioritising daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning tasks. Responsibilities should be assigned to ensure accountability, even when your cleaning is handled by a professional cleaning company. Have the schedule displayed to show users and encourage participation.
Your in-house office gym is a valuable benefit, supporting employee well-being, but it is essential that it is kept clean, healthy, and safe. Maintaining hygiene protocols, preventing odours, and having a set cleaning schedule can improve user satisfaction. Sloane Cleaning Services is here to assist you with all your office cleaning needs, including ensuring your in-house office gym sparkles and is hygienic for all employees to enjoy. Contact us now to find out more.