We have prepared a list of basic requirements for the storage and operation of sports equipment based on regulatory documents, including the provisions of sanitary-epidemiological and technical standards that are mandatory for all public sports facilities.
Requirements for maintenance and storage of sports equipment:
1. Equipment in places where sports activities are held must be in full working order, all equipment must be securely mounted to the floor or wall. The correct installation and suitability of the equipment for use are recorded in the inspection report.
2. Gymnastic equipment should not have any play in the joints, swinging and bending are unacceptable, all fasteners must be tightly tightened.
3. The bars of the beams must be completely smooth, without nicks or cracks. If fiber delamination is detected, it must be eliminated before starting classes. Bars with cracks along the grain are completely replaced.
4. The bars of the crossbars must have a rough texture. If the surface of the fingerboard is smoothed, it must be sanded.
5. Balance beams for gymnastics must be absolutely smooth, without cracks or burrs; bending of the beam is also unacceptable. If these damages are detected, the timber must be replaced.
6. Hook mounting plates must be screwed tightly to the floor covering and sealed flush. By meeting the requirements for sports equipment, it will be possible to avoid sudden breaks of important structures and other elements of the products.
7. Gymnastics goat supports should be easily adjustable and firmly fixed in one position.
8. Gymnastics bridge supports must be covered with rubber to eliminate the risk of slipping during take-off. If the rubber coating is damaged, it must be replaced.
9. All equipment must be accurately selected according to the weight and age of those involved, with a safety margin.
10. All equipment must be installed in such a way that there is a clear area around it.
11. Basketball backboards must be made of tempered impact-resistant glass or plexiglass. The shield must be rigidly attached to the support or wall, the ring must not have cracks or sharp elements.
12. Volleyball stands must be securely fastened in cups and installed at a distance of at least 0.5 meters from the side markings of the field.
Sanitary and hygienic requirements for sports equipment:
1. All metal parts of the equipment must be treated with anti-corrosion compounds and stored in places with moderate humidity to prevent corrosion.
2. Synthetic ropes and meshes must be protected from direct sunlight and moisture during storage.
3. Products made of rubber and caoutchouc should be stored away from heating devices; contact with lubricating oils and household chemicals is unacceptable.
4. Leather products (mostly mats) should be treated with castor oil at least once a month to maintain the elasticity of the leather and prevent cracking and tearing.
5. Protective masks must be disinfected periodically.
6. Boxing gloves are dried after each workout and periodically disinfected from the inside.
7. The surface of the training ring is wiped several times a day with a damp cloth and treated 1-2 times a week with an aqueous solution of hydrogen peroxide and washing powder.
8. Sports ski shoes, roller skates and figure skates must undergo antibacterial treatment after each use.
9. You can find out a list of other requirements for sports equipment at the production stage in other news on our website.
Where to order sports equipment in Minsk?
You can also buy children's sports equipment for kindergartens, gyms, schools and streets. To order equipment from Alfasport production, you need to write in the feedback form or call the numbers listed on the website!
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