Consumer protection authorities temporarily close several world-class fitness clubs in Bucharest
Inspectors of the National Consumer Protection Authority (ANPC) have temporarily closed several world-class fitness clubs in Bucharest for access to areas with a risk of injury, fitness equipment without Romanian translation, and pools. They cited unstable stairs and dirty walls.
ANPC officials carried out inspections at 19 world-class locations and issued fines worth 116,500 Romanian Rupees (23,400 Euros).
“Participating in sports should not come with unforeseen risks,” ANPC President Horia Constantinescu was quoted by News.ro as saying.
The main issues found by the inspection team are: Fitness equipment was used without warnings or instructions translated into Romanian, and its use was encouraged through images depicting muscle groups. Sales of nutritional supplements with display problems. Using a salt sauna without a panic button. Using unstable stairs to access the pool. Presence of areas with risk of injury (sharp edges). Use of fitness equipment that involves a high degree of wear and tear.
In addition, peeling paint on the walls and ceiling, accumulation of dust in the ventilation system, mold present between the walls and floor of the shower cabin, significant accumulation of lime in some shower heads and the presence of unsanitary walls Hygiene and sanitary deficiencies were revealed. Intrusion, exposed cables.
Fines were imposed and sales of nutritional supplements and non-conforming textile products were temporarily suspended. The inspection team proposed the temporary closure of seven sports halls and the closure of three of the inspected working points in Kalea on 13 September for a period of 6 to 12 months. 90, Strada Valve Bakaresque no. 164A, and Bulevardul December 1, 1918 no. 33A.
An ANPC inspector said that an investigation is underway in this regard.
Following the measures taken, World Class issued a press release, vowing to comply with all legal norms and address the issues found.
“During the inspection carried out by the National Consumer Protection Authority on the World Class Club in Bucharest, certain aspects regarding compliance with current norms and regulations were identified and in some cases a suspension of activities was ordered. We will work closely with the competent authorities to quickly and efficiently address any aspects requiring intervention. The safety, health and satisfaction of our members remains our top priority and their needs and concerns are ours. are at the forefront of everything we do at our clubs every day,” the company said.
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