Operation
Performance Quality Standards
Aim
A more formal way to assess whether the pitch/s conform to standards set out by the FA.
Method
Measure
- Sward content & coverage
- Weeds
- Pests & diseases
- Surface levels
- Gradient & orientation
- Height of cut
- During season
- Poor standard pitch/s
- Loss of play due to poor surface conditions.
- Loss of revenue
- Reputational damage to club and volunteer groundsmen
- Quadrat
- Straight edge, wedge & spirit level.
- Compass
- 100 m surveyors measuring tape & pins.
- There are alternatives using readily available to complete these tasks rather than the expensive specialist equipment.
- Pitch dimensions
Timing
Out of season
Effects of incorrect procedure
Equipment
Rising plate
Practical Tips
Allow 2 hours to complete all of these tasks and log results for complete records.
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