Gymnasium Daily Safety Inspection

School and recreational gymnasiums serve multiple sports and activities, requiring daily inspection to ensure safe conditions for all users. This checklist addresses NFHS gymnasium standards, ADA accessibility requirements, OSHA facility safety, and state school safety codes for daily gymnasium operations.

Industry: Sports and Recreation
Frequency: Daily
Estimated Time: 20-25 minutes
Role: Athletic Director / Facility Manager
Total Items: 27

Floor Surface and Condition

Inspect gymnasium floor for safety hazards.

Floor completely dry with no moisture, condensation, or spills?
Wood floor free of splinters, loose boards, warping, or buckling?
Floor finish not excessively worn, slippery, or delaminating?
Court lines for all sports clearly visible and not faded?
Floor expansion joints flush with no gaps or raised sections?
Floor clear of all debris, equipment, and foreign objects?
Floor traction appropriate for sports activities?

Equipment, Padding, and Wall Safety

Inspect fixed equipment and wall padding.

Wall padding behind baselines and along sidelines intact and secured?
All wall and post padding free of tears, compression, or detachment?
Basketball backboards and supports secure with no movement?
Folding or roll-out bleachers fully retracted or fully extended and locked?
Gym divider curtains fully closed or fully retracted (not mid-court)?
All portable equipment (carts, mats, standards) properly stored and secured?
Scoreboards and clocks secure and not posing overhead fall hazard?

Emergency Systems and Safety Equipment

Verify emergency systems and safety equipment readiness.

All emergency exits clear, unobstructed, and marked with illuminated signs?
AED mounted and accessible at gym entry or designated location?
Fire extinguisher present with current annual inspection tag?
Emergency lighting operational (test monthly)?
PA or intercom system functional for announcements?
First aid kit accessible and stocked?

Environment and Accessibility

Verify environmental conditions and ADA compliance.

Gymnasium lighting adequate and uniform with no dark spots?
No burned out light fixtures over playing areas?
HVAC system operational maintaining comfortable temperature?
Accessible entry routes and seating for users with disabilities clear?
Drinking water accessible near gymnasium?
Restrooms accessible and in serviceable condition?
Daily inspection log completed and filed?

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Why Use This Gymnasium Daily Safety Inspection?

This gymnasium daily safety inspection helps sports and recreation teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for athletic director / facility manager professionals, this checklist covers 27 critical inspection points across 4 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gymnasium Daily Safety Inspection cover?

This checklist covers 27 inspection items across 4 sections: Floor Surface and Condition, Equipment, Padding, and Wall Safety, Emergency Systems and Safety Equipment, Environment and Accessibility. 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 20-25 minutes.

Who should use this Gymnasium Daily Safety Inspection?

This checklist is designed for Athletic Director / Facility Manager 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.