www.stma.org December 2014 | SportsTurf 31
Athletic Field Envelope
Location:
Date: Inspected By:
" PLACE A ""Y"" IN THE BOX IF THE ITEM MEETS THE STANDARD OR ""N"" IF IT DOES NOT.
MARK SECTIONS ""N/A"" THAT ARE NOT APPLICABLE."
A. Grounds
Grass is mowed and trimmed.
Surfaces do not present trip and fall
hazards.
Ground is free of litter and debris.
B. Bleachers & Benches
Hardware and bracing are structurally
sound and intact.
Seating surface is clean and free
of protrusions. No catch points or
sharp edges are exposed.
"Nails, bolts, or screws are flush with
the surface."
"Painted surfaces are in good repair
without major chipping, peeling,
or cracking."
Handrails are secure with a smooth
surface free of protrusions or sharp
edges.
C. Field Accessories
"Goals, tackling sleds, pitching
screens, etc. are in good repair and
do not present a safety hazard. Refer
problems to correct Athletic
Association."
Scoreboards are structurally sound
and exterior repairs are not apparent.
Associations will inspect electronic
function.
D. Fences/Netting/Screens
Fence fabric is free of holes and is
properly tied to the upright and
crossing supports.
Fence posts are secure in the ground
and are straight upright. Crossbars
are properly tied to the uprights.
Safety caps are on all chain link style
fences surrounding playing surfaces.
Netting is secure on uprights and
does not have holes.
Backstop screens are properly
secured and do not have rips or
holes. Refer problems to correct
Athletic Association for repair.
E. Dugouts
Structure is sound. Roofing appears
intact and no leaks are evident. All
lumber appears solid with no rotting
visible.
Seating surface is clean and free
of protrusions. No catch points or
sharp edges are exposed.
All surfaces are cleanly painted with
no rotten lumber or rusted metal
evident. No graffiti in sight.
"All electrical enclosures are secure,
GFI's have covers in place, lights
and electrical plugs work, no wires
are exposed."
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