TASK $7$: JOB FACTORS

$1.$ Inconsistent training methods, with senior staff responsible for training new hires, may

have left the fitness instructor unprepared to handle equipment faults safely and

effectively.

$2.$ The frequent practice of fitness instructors addressing minor equipment issues without

involving maintenance staff may have created pressure to swiftly resolve problems,

potentially leading to rushed decisions and heightened risk$-$taking.

$3.$ Absence of clear procedures for reporting and addressing equipment faults may have left

the fitness instructor uncertain about the appropriate course of action, possibly prompting

them to take matters into their own hands.

$4.$ Limited supervisory oversight, as suggested by the Health Club Manager's request for the

fitness instructor to inspect the faulty machine, may have contributed to independent

action without guidance from experienced staff.

$5.$ The accident occurred during a less busy period, potentially placing time pressure on the

fitness instructor to resolve the issue promptly before peak hours, potentially leading to

rushed or incomplete equipment inspections.

$6.$ A culture promoting independent handling of equipment issues may have influenced the

fitness instructor to attempt fixing the machine themselves rather than seeking assistance,

reflecting organizational norms.

$7.$ Perceived lack of available support or resources for addressing equipment faults may

have pushed the fitness instructor to handle the situation independently due to delays in

addressing staff concerns.

$8.$ Organizational practices encouraging independent handling of minor equipment faults

may have influenced the fitness instructor's behavior, fostering conformity to these norms

despite potential risks.

$9.$ Concerns regarding potential repercussions for reporting faulty equipment or refusal to

use it may have influenced the fitness instructor's decision to handle the situation alone,

potentially due to fears of negative outcomes.

$10.$ Inadequate training and awareness of equipment$-$related risks may have led the fitness

instructor to underestimate the dangers, possibly resulting in proceeding without proper

precautions.