Gym/Fitness Center Closing Checklist

This gym closing checklist ensures all equipment is safely powered down, the facility is secured, and overnight safety is maintained. Completing this checklist at closing protects members, staff, and facility assets while ensuring compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and state fitness regulations.

Industry: Sports and Recreation
Frequency: Daily
Estimated Time: 25-35 minutes
Role: Closing Manager / Closing Staff
Total Items: 33

Member Clearance and Walkthrough

Confirm all members have left the facility before securing.

All members confirmed out of facility including locker rooms and restrooms?
Last call announcement made at least 15 minutes before close?
Lost and found items collected and logged?
All workout zones, studios, and specialty areas walked and cleared?
Kids club or child care area cleared and secured?
Outdoor areas and parking lots checked?

Equipment Shutdown and Securing

Power down all equipment safely and secure movable items.

All treadmills powered down?
All cardio machines powered down (ellipticals, bikes, rowers)?
Selectorized and cable machines in safe rest position?
Free weights and barbells returned to racks and organized?
Cable attachment accessories stored securely?
Specialty equipment (battle ropes, kettlebells, bands) stored properly?
TVs, monitors, and audio systems powered down or in overnight mode?

End-of-Day Cleaning and Sanitization

Verify thorough cleaning completed on all surfaces and equipment.

All equipment surfaces wiped with approved sanitizer?
All floors swept/vacuumed and mopped or auto-scrubbed?
Restrooms deep-cleaned and stocked for morning?
Locker rooms cleaned and showers scrubbed?
All trash removed from facility and receptacles re-lined?
Cleaning log updated with completion times?
Hand sanitizer and equipment wipe dispensers refilled?

Security and Facility Lockup

Secure all entrances, activate alarms, and complete security protocols.

All external doors and emergency exits secured?
All windows and skylights closed and locked?
Security alarm system armed and confirmation received?
Cash drawer balanced, dropped, and safe locked?
Non-essential lights off; security/night lighting left on?
HVAC set to appropriate overnight/unoccupied mode?
Security camera system confirmed running overnight?

Documentation and Handoff

Complete documentation and prepare notes for opening staff.

All maintenance issues discovered during closing shift logged?
Out-of-service equipment tagged and removed from use?
Any incident reports from the day completed and filed?
Notes or issues for opening staff documented?
Manager notified of any significant issues requiring follow-up?
This closing checklist completed and submitted/filed?

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Why Use This Gym/Fitness Center Closing Checklist?

This gym/fitness center closing checklist helps sports and recreation teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for closing manager / closing staff professionals, this checklist covers 33 critical inspection points across 5 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gym/Fitness Center Closing Checklist cover?

This checklist covers 33 inspection items across 5 sections: Member Clearance and Walkthrough, Equipment Shutdown and Securing, End-of-Day Cleaning and Sanitization, Security and Facility Lockup, Documentation and Handoff. It is designed for sports and recreation operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately 25-35 minutes.

Who should use this Gym/Fitness Center Closing Checklist?

This checklist is designed for Closing Manager / Closing Staff professionals in the sports and recreation industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.