Renovate artificial sports surfaces

This standard is for those who renovate artificial sports surfaces which also includes repair.

If you are working with chemicals or machinery you should be trained and hold current certification where required in line with relevant legislation.

You must carry out your work in a way which will minimise the impact on the natural environment and enhance its nature, conservation and recreational value.

1. assess the risks associated with the activity to be carried out
2. confirm that suitable clothing and personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn
3. carry out inspections of artificial sports surfaces as requested
4. identify any conditions that affect the quality of the artificial sports surfaces
5. report these conditions to those with responsibility for the artificial sports surfaces
6. select, prepare and use the tools, equipment and materials required to renovate artificial sports surfaces safely and correctly
7. use relevant methods and techniques to maintain artificial sports surfaces, equipment and perimeters
8. carry out repairs and renovation promptly and correctly
9. dispose of waste and excess materials safely and correctly in accordance with relevant legislation and organisational requirements
10. clean, maintain and store tools and equipment safely and securely
11. confirm that work is carried out in accordance with relevant environmental and health and safety legislation, risk assessment requirements, codes of practice and organisational policies

1. how to identify hazards and assess risks when renovating sports turf surfaces
2.  the type of clothing and personal protective equipment (PPE) suitable for the activity
3. sources of information relating to the materials and methods used to renovate artificial sports surfaces, equipment and perimeters
4. how to identify, select and prepare the tools, equipment and materials required for renovating artificial sports surfaces
5. the methods and techniques required to maintain artificial sports surfaces, equipment and perimeters
6. the standards of maintenance you should achieve
7. the danger of damaging the surrounding area and other features when renovating artificial sports surfaces and how to prevent it
8. how to handle, transport and dispose of waste in accordance with relevant legal and organisational requirements
9. the importance of following relevant environmental and ecological best practice to help minimise the impact of your work on the environment
10. the importance of restoring the site to a clean and tidy condition after the renovation
11. how to clean, maintain and store tools, equipment and materials required for the renovation of artificial sports surfaces correctly and securely
12. your responsibilities under relevant environmental and health and safety legislation, codes of practice and organisational policies

Carrying out repairs and renovation includes: irrigation, marking out and the removal of contaminants.

Specifications: drawings, schedules, method statements, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), manufacturers' guidelines, organisational policies