We have a number of locations in UK and Ireland where we have a selection of gym equipment provided for general use. All equipment is checked and tested in line with manufacturer instructions and we have EL cover in place. The question of users signing a liability disclaimer has been asked, basically an indemnity clause to protect the company should an injury occur during use and confirmation of medical fitness, Could a disclaimer hold water legally? The equipment is popular, however there is a risk. Any views?

Disclaimers are generally not worth the paper they are printed on. If a claim is made, the courts will be interested in what is actually going on, on the ground, not written down on a piece of paper. You cannot be made to sign away any of your rights. So it is down to making sure that all the appropriate systems are in place to manage the gym .