Lone Lifting Policy 2026

To ensure the safety of all members, the following Lone Lifting Policy applies during any unmanned hours when staff are not present in the facility. 

By joining, attending, accessing, or using Macclesfield Performance, the user acknowledges that they have read, understood and agreed to this policy. 

By joining, attending, accessing, or using Macclesfield Performance,the user agrees they have familiarised themselves with all in the policy and will adhere to it at all times. 

Members choosing to train alone do so at their own risk and must follow the safety guidelines below. 

1. Train Within Your Capability 

Members must only perform exercises and use weights they can safely control without assistance. 

2. Use Safety Equipment 

Safety bars or spotter arms must be used when performing barbell movements such as squats or bench press. Members must not perform lifts that require a spotter during unmanned hours.

3. Avoid High-Risk Lifts

Exercises that may require assistance or spotting should not be performed when training alone, including: 

● Maximal or near-maximal attempts 

● Forced repetitions 

● Any lift where failure would trap the lifter 

4. Keep Your Phone Accessible 

Members should keep a charged mobile phone nearby & accessible in case of emergency.

5. Be Aware of Your Surroundings 

Ensure walkways are clear, equipment is set up safely, and weights are secured with collars where applicable. 

Members agree they have familiarised themselves with the location of all emergency exits, the first aid kit, and nearest defibrillator advise notices.

6. Report Injuries or Equipment Issues 

Any injuries, incidents, or faulty equipment should be reported to staff or management immediately by any means (in person, phone, email, app).

7. Emergency Situations

If an emergency occurs, members should contact emergency services immediately and notify gym staff as soon as possible afterwards. 

8. Member Responsibility 

By accessing the gym during unmanned hours, members acknowledge that they are responsible for their own safety and must follow this policy at all times. 

Failure to follow these guidelines may result in restricted access to unmanned hours or termination of membership.

Our priority is creating a safe training environment for everyone.

Train smart and train safely. 

By accessing Macclesfield Performance during unmanned hours, I confirm that:

I acknowledge that training during unmanned hours is undertaken at my own risk. 

I have read & understood the Lone Lifting Policy.

I understand that i'm training without supervision & accept responsibility for my own safety. 

I agree to train within my capability & follow all safety guidelines, including the use of safety bars for appropriate lifts.

I will not attempt maximal lifts or exercises that require a spotter while training alone.

I understand that failure to follow these guidelines may result in removal of unmanned hours access or termination of membership.