CAT Equipment & Facility Management Flashcards
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What should a CAT instructor do if a step platform riser is cracked during a pre-class inspection?
Answer: Remove it from use, tag it for repair, and replace it with a safe alternative
Any damaged equipment must be immediately removed from service, tagged for repair or replacement, and never used in class as it poses a fall and injury risk.
Which ventilation standard is most critical to maintain in an aerobics studio during high-intensity classes?
Answer: At least 15 air changes per hour
High-intensity group exercise spaces require a minimum of 15 air changes per hour to maintain air quality and prevent heat buildup during vigorous activity.
Why is it important for an aerobics studio to maintain a room temperature between 65–72°F (18–22°C)?
Answer: This range helps prevent overheating and heat-related illness during vigorous exercise
Maintaining 65–72°F reduces the risk of overheating and heat-related illness (heat exhaustion, heat stroke) during high-intensity aerobics.
What is the correct way to store resistance bands to extend their lifespan?
Answer: Rolled tightly and stored in a sealed bag away from direct sunlight and heat
Resistance bands should be rolled loosely, kept away from sunlight and heat, and stored separately from sharp objects to prevent degradation and breakage.
What documentation should a CAT instructor maintain regarding facility equipment?
Answer: An equipment inspection log recording dates, findings, and corrective actions
A written equipment inspection log protects instructors legally, demonstrates due diligence, and ensures consistent safety standards are maintained.
How should a CAT instructor position class participants in relation to sound speakers during an aerobics class?
Answer: At a safe distance to prevent hearing damage from high decibel exposure
Participants should be positioned at a safe distance from speakers to prevent sustained high-decibel exposure that could cause hearing damage over time.