If someone collapses on your gym floor, minutes matter. The difference between panic and a good outcome is a trained team—CPR, First Aid, and AED—backed by clear protocols for harassment, blood-borne pathogens (including OPIM), and everyday hazards. This isn’t red tape; it’s how you protect people, earn member trust, and keep insurance and compliance on your side.

Here are 4 essential staff trainings we recommend you invest in as a gym owner:

1. CPR & First Aid

Medical emergencies could happen in a gym at any time. Knowing how to react quickly in that emergency could save a life or dramatically change the outcome for the injured person. Having the right equipment - an AED and first aid kits - in easy access in your gym is also key. Every minute without CPR or defibrillation drops survival rates by ~10% and immediate responses from your staff can double or triple survival odds. Training can help your staff recognize cardiac arrest, call 911, and start CPR or apply an AED.

Bottom line: First aid training turns your staff into first-responders while EMS is on their way.

2. Sexual Harassment Awareness

You may not want to believe this is necessary at your gym, but we'll argue it's an essential investment in your gym's culture. Sexual harassment awareness training can empower others to speak up sooner, preventing further harm. It also helps build a respectful culture, and could help reduce costly complaints.

3. Bloodborne Pathogens

In any setting where injuries happen, staff can encounter blood or other potentially infectious materials during cleanups or first aid. Teaching your gym staff how to protect themselves while helping others is key to a healthy workplace.

4. Cleaning

Cleaning chemicals, maintenance supplies, and aerosols can impact staff health if used incorrectly. Knowing how to stay safe while keeping gym mats and equipment clean for your members is key.

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Bottom line:

In conclusion, staff training is an investment in your business and gym's community. In emergencies, acting fast is crucial for better outcomes. Awareness training can result in fewer incidents and complaints about cleanliness or culture.