A comparison of Wisconsin area health clubs in regards to participant safety
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Date
1986-08Author
Lange, Daniel H.
Advisor(s)
Buckenmeyer, Phil
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This study was designed to determine if there was a difference in levels of safety when comparing multi-purpose facilities (MPS) to YMCA's/YWCA's (YS). A 29-item questionnaire was sent out to 79 membership-dependent health clubs (HCS), 55 responded; 39 YS and 19 MPS. Levels of safety analyzed included CPR requirements, risk factor screening, fitness instructor certifications, and response time of an emergency vehicle.
Subject
Physical fitness centers, Wisconsin, Safety measures.