Golf Course Maintenance Safety

Maintaining a golf course can be hazardous. Groundskeepers must work with power equipment, insecticides, herbicides, fertilizers, battery acid and electrolytes, electricity and other harmful substances. This training video explains the steps groundskeepers can take to work safely and protect themselves, golfers and equipment. Proper use of personal protective equipment, including face shields, respirators, rubberized aprons, gloves and proper footwear is discussed. Pre-work inspection of professional-grade mowers and string trimmers is covered, with an emphasis on ensuring blades are sharp, trimmer string is correct, all belts are properly positioned and fit for service, maintaining battery fluid levels and charging batteries. This Video On Demand explains safe mowing procedures.

Help groundskeepers perform their tasks safely by providing this training video, making them aware of potential hazards they may encounter. A brief quiz follows to ensure viewers understand the most important points.

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Golf course groundskeepers

• Introduction
• Proper Dress and PPE
• Equipment
• Batteries
• Blades
• Mowing Safety Tips
• Trimmers
• Potential Hazards
• Conclusion