Cambridgeshire Fire & Rescue – Annual Gym Equipment Servicing Contract
27 Fire Station Gyms Across Cambridgeshire
Gym Repair Service was contracted to provide an annual gym equipment servicing programme for Cambridgeshire Fire & Rescue, covering fitness equipment across 27 fire station gyms. With fitness facilities used regularly by operational firefighters and staff, maintaining safe, reliable and fully functional gym equipment is an important part of supporting regular physical training.
Gym Equipment Servicing
Our engineers carried out comprehensive inspections and preventative maintenance on the fitness equipment within the station gyms.
Client Overview
Cambridgeshire fire and rescue service operating 27 gyms within their fire stations which are maintained by Gym Service UK. Cardiovascular equipment from Pulse Fitness and Life Fitness. Strength-training equipment from Mirafit and various brands. Firefighters rely on high levels of physical fitness to perform operational duties safely. The existing maintenance approach was reactive, resulting in equipment downtime, inconsistent servicing, and increased repair costs.
Solution
A structured preventative maintenance programme was implemented covering all gyms within 27 fire stations.
Challenges
The contract required maintenance without disrupting operational readiness.
Key considerations included:
- Engineers working around emergency call-outs.
- Access gyms across multiple fire stations.
- Servicing equipment with varying ages and manufacturers.
- Maintaining high availability for emergency breakdowns.
Common Issues Identified included:
- Worn or frayed treadmill running belts
- Deck wear causing increased friction
- Drive belt deterioration
- Motor brushes nearing end of life
- Roller bearing wear
- Loose handrails or consoles
- Damaged emergency stop cords
- Faulty speed or incline calibration
- Software or firmware requiring updates
- Display and console faults
Conclusion
The maintenance programme demonstrated that a planned preventative maintenance approach is essential for ensuring fire station gym equipment remains safe, reliable, and available for operational personnel. Regular inspections identified wear and tear before it developed into major failures, reducing equipment downtime and avoiding costly emergency repairs.
Need a Gym Equipment Maintenance Contract?
If your organisation operates gym equipment across multiple locations, contact Gym Service UK to discuss an annual or planned gym equipment servicing contract tailored to your facilities.