The Hidden Dangers of Personal Training The Threats of Infection as an Occupational Hazard Courtney Crane, PhD Student Walden University PUBH 8165-1 Environmental.

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The Hidden Dangers of Personal Training The Threats of Infection as an Occupational Hazard Courtney Crane, PhD Student Walden University PUBH Environmental Health Instructor: Dr. Rebecca Heick Spring, 2010

Overview Why are trainers at greater risk for certain infectious diseases? Why are trainers at greater risk for certain infectious diseases? What diseases are of specific concern to personal trainers? What diseases are of specific concern to personal trainers? Personal Preventative Measures Personal Preventative Measures Environmental Factors Environmental Factors

The Trainer’s Environment Equipment is used in multiple successions Equipment is used in multiple successions

The Trainer’s Environment Equipment is used in multiple successions Equipment is used in multiple successions The Sweat Factor The Sweat Factor

The Trainer’s Environment Equipment is used in multiple successions Equipment is used in multiple successions The Sweat Factor The Sweat Factor Direct Contact Direct Contact

Gym Germs

Flu virus Flu virus

Gym Germs Flu virus Flu virus Ringworm Ringworm

Gym Germs Flu virus Flu virus Ringworm Ringworm MRSA MRSA

Take Action Find ways to incorporate wiping down equipment for clients. Find ways to incorporate wiping down equipment for clients.

Take Action Find ways to incorporate wiping down equipment for clients. Find ways to incorporate wiping down equipment for clients. Remind clients to bring sweat towels Remind clients to bring sweat towels

Take Action Find ways to incorporate wiping down equipment for clients. Find ways to incorporate wiping down equipment for clients. Remind clients to bring sweat towels Remind clients to bring sweat towels Always launder uniforms and workout clothes after every use Always launder uniforms and workout clothes after every use

Take Action Find ways to incorporate wiping down equipment for clients. Find ways to incorporate wiping down equipment for clients. Remind clients to bring sweat towels Remind clients to bring sweat towels Always launder uniforms and workout clothes after every use Always launder uniforms and workout clothes after every use Get vaccinated Get vaccinated

Take Action Find ways to incorporate wiping down equipment for clients. Find ways to incorporate wiping down equipment for clients. Remind clients to bring sweat towels Remind clients to bring sweat towels Always launder uniforms and workout clothes after every use Always launder uniforms and workout clothes after every use Get vaccinated Get vaccinated Cover any open wounds Cover any open wounds

Environmental Improvements

Educate Members Educate Members

Environmental Improvements Educate Members Educate Members Increase access to cleaning supplies Increase access to cleaning supplies

Environmental Improvements Educate Members Educate Members Increase access to cleaning supplies Increase access to cleaning supplies Increase access to hand sanitizers Increase access to hand sanitizers

Additional Resources Influenza Vaccine Information Influenza Vaccine Information – Hand Hygiene Tips Hand Hygiene Tips – Know Your Rights Know Your Rights –

Thank You!

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