2ndPASS Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture, President: Daichi Akino, hereinafter referred to as 2ndPASS), which operates a specialized talent introduction and training school for personal trainers, announced that it will revise the screening standards for candidates in its talent introduction service and begin offering corporate training programs for trainers employed by fitness clubs, gym chains, and other organizations. This initiative is based on the "Safety Standards for Exercise Instruction" and "Knowledge and Skills Required for Exercise Instructors Engaged in Exercise Instruction" established by the Liaison Council of Exercise Instructor Organizations on June 25, 2026. ■Background of the New Standards Personal training is a profession that can be practiced without public certification, and there are many cases of instruction being provided by uncertified individuals. In April 2026, the Nikkei Shimbun reported that some private certifications do not require practical skills tests. This has created a challenge for companies hiring trainers, as the presence of a certification alone does not sufficiently confirm their knowledge and practical skill levels. On May 27, 2026, the Consumer Safety Investigation Commission released a "Consumer Accident Investigation Report Pursuant to Article 23, Paragraph 1 of the Consumer Safety Act," requesting the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry to encourage industry organizations to establish and operate mechanisms for accident prevention and damage mitigation. In response, the Liaison Council of Exercise Instructor Organizations, an industry body, established the "Safety Standards for Exercise Instruction" and "Knowledge and Skills Required for Exercise Instructors Engaged in Exercise Instruction" on June 25, 2026. The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry is promoting their dissemination to related businesses through fitness-related organizations. This marks the first time that the level of know