Using a Fitness Center Does Not Have to be an Exercise in Frustration: Tips for People with Mobility and Visual Disabilities
3.4 Staff-Related Barriers and Solutions
| Barriers | Solutions | |
|---|---|---|
| Simple/Low cost | Involved / High cost | |
| Staff is hard to find when you need help | Work out a signal with one or two staff members who will be in the area where you might need help | Staff should wear clearly visible uniforms that are different from the clothes that members usually wear and that contrast with the surroundings (e. not black) |
| Staff and other members leave exercise equipment and other “stuff” on the floor in the gym area that could trip you | Post signs to remind people not to leave exercise equipment or other stuff on the floor | Assign staff to keep the floor areas clear of tripping hazards |
| Staff is unaware of the needs of people with visual disabilities | Discuss your specific needs with the staff members that you work with | Facility should train all staff members on disability issues |
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