Football - Performance quality

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.