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PITREAVIE (DUNFERMLINE) GOLF

CLUB

COURSE POLICY

2015-2018

Pitreavie Golf Club - Course Policy

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1 Table of Contents 1. Introduction ................................................................................................................... 3

1.1. Aims ........................................................................................................................ 3

1.2. Course History ........................................................................................................ 3

1.3. The Course .............................................................................................................. 4

1.4. Scorecard ................................................................................................................ 5

2. Roles and Responsibilities .............................................................................................. 6

2.1. Council .................................................................................................................... 6

2.2. The Greens Committee ........................................................................................... 6

2.3. The Head Greenkeeper ........................................................................................... 7

2.4. Members, their guests and visitors ......................................................................... 8

3. Course Management Objectives .................................................................................... 9

3.1. Mission Statement .................................................................................................. 9

3.2. Greens .................................................................................................................. 10

3.3. Green surrounds ................................................................................................... 11

3.4. Fairways ................................................................................................................ 11

3.5. Tees ...................................................................................................................... 11

3.6. Bunkers ................................................................................................................. 11

3.7. Rough ................................................................................................................... 12

3.8. Ecology ................................................................................................................. 12

3.9. Professional Advice ............................................................................................... 12

4. Course Management Policy .......................................................................................... 13

4.1. Greens .................................................................................................................. 13

4.2. Green surrounds ................................................................................................... 15

4.3. Fairways ................................................................................................................ 15

4.4. Tees ...................................................................................................................... 16

4.5. Bunkers ................................................................................................................. 16

4.6. Preparation of Daily Play / Golf Set-up .................................................................. 17

4.7. Timing of Work on the Course ............................................................................... 17

4.8. Course Closure Policy ............................................................................................ 18

4.9. Winter Golf ........................................................................................................... 18



4.10. Tree and Shrub Management ............................................................................ 18

4.11. Weed and Pest Control ...................................................................................... 19

4.12. Water Irrigation System ..................................................................................... 19

4.13. Burns and Drainage Ditches ............................................................................... 19

4.14. Practice Grounds ............................................................................................... 20

5. Resources .................................................................................................................... 21

5.1. Greens Staff .......................................................................................................... 21

5.2. Work on the Course .............................................................................................. 21

5.3. Health Safety ........................................................................................................ 21

6. Machinery and Storage Facilities .................................................................................. 23

7. Course Development.................................................................................................... 25

8. Professional Advice ...................................................................................................... 26

8.1. Agronomy ............................................................................................................. 26

8.2. Course Architect ................................................................................................... 26

8.3. Environmental Management ................................................................................. 26

8.4. Tree Management ................................................................................................ 26

9. Complaints Procedure .................................................................................................. 27

10. Communication ........................................................................................................ 28

10.1. Members Dialogue ............................................................................................ 28

10.2. Course Status – Communication Protocol .......................................................... 28

11. Golf Course Etiquette ............................................................................................... 29

12. References ............................................................................................................... 30

13. Acknowledgements .................................................................................................. 31

Annex 1 - Dr Alister MacKenzie’s General Principles ............................................................ 32

Annex 2 - Course Maintenance Plan .................................................................................... 33

Annex 3 – Health & Safety Policy Statement ....................................................................... 34

Annex 4 – Guidelines on Golf Hole Positioning .................................................................... 35

Annex 5 – Capital Replacement Plan ................................................................................... 37

Annex 6 - Pitreavie Golf Club - List of Work Equipment ....................................................... 38



1. Introduction

1.1. Aims

The document sets out the policy of the golf club, as agreed by the Council, with regard to

all matters impacting on course preparation. The aim of the document is to establish a clear

and consistent approach to course management to fulfil the potential of the course for the

benefit of members, their guests and visitors.

The document will lay out the vision for the course, provide long-term continuity for

management of the course and should be reviewed every three (3) years.

1.2. Course History

Opened in 1922, the 18-Hole, par 71 parkland course at Pitreavie (Dunfermline) Golf Club

offers great golf to individuals, groups, visitors, golf societies and corporate clients. You will

discover a genuinely warm Scottish welcome, excellent golf facilities and fine hospitality.

The course was designed by the internationally-renowned architect Dr. Alister MacKenzie

(1870-1934) – most famous for designing one of the world’s finest courses at Augusta

National in Georgia, home of the US Masters. His influence can be strongly felt at Pitreavie,

not least in the double and triple-tiered greens.

Although born in Yorkshire in 1870, Alister MacKenzie had some effect on Scottish golf and

was a great enthusiast of Scottish links.

Dr Alister MacKenzie

He declared soon after, when he took up golf course design, that it was his interest to

“imitate the natural features characteristic of the only golf courses that were worthwhile”,

i.e. links.

He then set about bringing these features to all his course designs, no matter what their

proximity to the sea. MacKenzie was a particular admirer of the Old Course at St Andrews

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and he brought this passion for the “Old Lady” into many of his designs. His other stated

objective was to create golf courses that were interesting to play for the “average golfer” as

well as the “scratch man”.

Gaining a wide reputation, MacKenzie made his first world tour in 1926 from which arose

such splendid layouts as Royal Melbourne, Royal Queensland and Titirangi. Later he

returned to the US to design Cypress Point Club, Pasatiempo at Santa Cruz and, of course,

Augusta National in Georgia, after completing Pitreavie. MacKenzie’s forte was his greens.

He refrained from flattening natural undulations and contrived to create artificial

undulations that were “indistinguishable from nature”.

1.3. The Course

The course is formed on soil series ranging from loamy humus clay and generally overlaying

in a clay structure. These soil conditions have made some areas on the course prone to

water- logging and drainage issues. The policy being pursued is to relieve the compaction of

the greens by intense aeration programmes and drainage work.

The 18-hole course extending over an area of 110 acres has a parkland nature, but it does

have some holes that have links-type turf to hit off, and a crisp strike imparts some much

needed control at these points.

At just over 6000 yards (6,032), off the medal tees, the course provides a good test of golf,

without being beyond the means of the ‘average’ club golfer. A par 71 and SSS 69 (Gents) 72

(Ladies) gives everyone a fair chance of playing to their handicap on every outing.

With only one par 4 over 400 yards, four par 3s and three par 5s, the golfer who has good

control over his mid-irons can generate a lot of birdie opportunities.

There are ten fairways or greens where the burns are in play. Many of the greens have

subtle borrows and are tricky to read. As with most golf courses, there is trouble to be

found if you stray far enough off the fairway.

Out of bounds lies to the left of the first 3 holes, and the 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th and 18th

holes.

There are burns immediately front of the difficult par 3rd hole, and 12th green.

COURSE MEASUREMENTS

White tees – 6,032 yards. Par 71 SS 70

Yellow tees – 5,781 yards. Par 70 SS 69

Red tees – 5,243 yards. Par 72 SS 73



1.4. Scorecard

Hole Name

White Tees Yellow Tees Red Tees

Par SI Yds Par SI Yds Par SI Yds

1 Pitcorthie 5 4 470 5 4 457 4 8 352

2 The Long 5 12 541 5 12 487 5 1 482

3 North Wood 3 2 207 3 2 190 3 16 130

4 Rosyth 4 8 382 4 8 360 4 4 373

5 Pitreavie Bank 4 16 323 4 16 323 4 15 206

6 Hanging Tree 3 14 150 3 14 141 3 17 125

7 Westward Ho 4 6 336 4 6 318 4 6 313

8 The Heich 4 10 327 4 10 327 4 10 312

9 The Howe 4 18 277 4 18 276 4 12 231

Out 36 3013 36 2879 35 2524

10 The Burn 4 9 331 4 9 319 4 9 275

11 The Brae 4 17 285 4 17 275 4 13 265

12 Gean Wood 3 15 136 3 15 135 3 18 130

13 The Silver Birch 4 1 358 4 1 358 4 1 358

14 Heathery Fauld 4 5 386 4 5 370 4 7 364

15 The Old Road 4 13 379 4 13 367 4 3 366

16 Joe’s Garden 3 7 181 3 7 181 4 14 230

17 Whinny 4 3 452 4 3 433 5 2 375

18 Home 5 11 511 4 11 464 5 11 387

In 35 3019 34 2902 37 2719

Out 36 3013 36 2879 35 2524

Total 71 6032 70 5781 72 5243

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2. Roles and Responsibilities

2.1. Council

Council is responsible for the overall direction and control of the Club, including determining

policy, approving plans and exerting financial control. Council must be consulted on any

changes to this policy document and must approve any significant changes that may affect

the play of the course. No alterations to the architect of the Course may be undertaken

without the full consultation and approval of the Council.

2.2. The Greens Committee

The Committee should be made up of a maximum of 5 full Golf Members, one of which

must the Greens Convenor who must be an elected member of the Club Council. In

accordance with the constitution of Pitreavie Golf Club, the Captain shall be an ex-officio

member of the Committee.

The Committee are to see the Golf Course Maintenance remains a high priority in relation to

other functions of the club, and to:

Develop Policy and Long Range Initiatives

Promote better planning, budgeting and working standards

Develop and maintain realistic golf course maintenance standards

(Conditioning/goals/objectives)

Develop and Adhere to a Capital Replacement Plan

Establish standard procedures for purchasing machinery and supplies

Provide a history of maintenance and construction costs of all features and

improvements

Make sure the Head Green keeper has all the tools:-

Reliable operational equipment

Appropriate budget for realistic maintenance standards

Time and resources to do what is expected

Keep golfers up to date on golfers concerns, questions, and comments about the

course

Development of a robust Communication plan

Take time to meet the golf course maintenance staff periodically

The Greens Committee is responsible to Council for the management of the golf course,

course maintenance and improvements, and recommending any significant changes to the

course.

The ability of the Greens Committee to deliver the Policy and its objectives is subject to the

necessary funds being made available.



The Greens Convenor is responsible for reporting the activities of his Committee and the

actions on the course to Council. He is also responsible for liaison with the Head

Greenkeeper and ensuring that all relevant policies and plans are fully implemented.

The Greens Committee in conjunction with the Treasurer should submit annual budgets and

any long term capital expenditure plans for approval by Council via the Finance Committee.

2.3. The Head Greenkeeper

The Head Greenkeeper is responsible for the day-to-day implementation of agreed

management strategies and also for producing budget proposals, staff performance and

Health & Safety issues relating to course management and for informing the Members of

impending works on the golf course which will disrupt play.

The Head Greenkeeper will provide a monthly written report on developments and

proposals for course management to the Green Committee.

The Head Greenkeeper is responsible, in conjunction with the Manager/Chair of Green, for

the implementation of this policy in all respects, including but not limited to:

Planning both long and short term maintenance schedules in relation to demands on

the course.

Liaising with the Greens Convenor on current and potential problem areas.

In liaison with the Greens Convenor provide estimates to assist with the preparation

of annual and long term budgets.

Attending Green Committee meetings as required.

Attending Health and Safety Committee meetings as required

Machinery maintenance and repair.

In liaison with the Greens Convenor, preparing plans for machinery replacement.

Purchase and storage of all fuels, chemicals, top dressings and other materials.

Maintenance of schedules and records relating to machinery and staff.

Storage and safety of all equipment and materials.

Implementation of the Club’s Health and Safety Policy.

Allocation of daily tasks to all greens staff.

In liaison with the Greens Convenor identify staff training requirements.

Act as line manager in all matters of green staff discipline.

In liaison with the Greens Convenor, establishing an ecology policy for the course.

The Head Greenkeeper should ensure that all individuals physically involved in the

maintenance of the golf course appreciate the importance of their role to the team. This

should include everyone working on the golf course throughout the year, including

apprentices and part-time or seasonal workers.



2.4. Members, their guests and visitors

The greens staff cannot do everything and there is much that the members/ visitors can do

to assist in keeping the course tidy and in the best possible condition.

Some of the things that we all can do include:

Repair pitch marks on the greens. Replace divots and tread them in

carefully Pick up any litter and either place it

in the nearest bin or remove it from the course.

Carefully rake bunkers pushing the sand towards the face rather than pulling it towards the rear.

Replace rakes inside the bunker in a position least likely to interfere with a ball in motion.

Avoid taking buggies and trolleys on tees, greens, green approaches and surrounds. Wherever there are surfaced paths provided, those using buggies and power trolleys

should use them. Keep dogs on a lead and remove any dog dirt from the course immediately. Dress Code – appropriate rules apply and pictorial regulations on permitted dress are

posted around the Clubhouse

It is imperative that golfers consider others and help promote and implement the objectives

of this document.

The Etiquette section of the Rules of Golf is a useful source of reference and this is available

from The R&A’s website at http://www.randa.org/en/Rules-and-Amateur-Status/Rules-of-

Golf.aspx#/rules/?ruleNum=Eti2817270

http://www.randa.org/en/Rules-and-Amateur-Status/Rules-of-Golf.aspx#/rules/?ruleNum=Eti2817270

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3. Course Management Objectives

3.1. Mission Statement

T o maintain, execute programmes and procedures that produce a pleasurable

experience for all members and visitors playing Pitreavie Golf Course

Objectives:

The course will be maintained so that excellent playing conditions exist for both the high

and low handicap golfer. The golf course should play and be prepared daily and identically

to the prescribed standards, within weather limitations, on a continued basis and at above

standards for certain events. These events will be determined annually by the Green

Committees. Special preparations will be prescribed as needed to conform to the events

being conducted.

The goal of maintenance is the least amount of player interference and golf course

inconsistencies as possible. Environmental stewardship and resource management will

impact the selection and application of products to the golf course.

These objectives will be met within an overall annual capital and maintenance budget

prepared by the Green Committee, Head Green Keeper, and approved by the Council. Any

variance to the annual maintenance budget will be approved prior to the expenditures.

The approval process will include Green Committee Chairman, Finance Committee.

Vision:

In our future, we will enrich the heritage and prestige of Pitreavie Golf Club as a Dr. Alistair

McKenzie Course. We will maintain and manage our financial resources, club assets and

equipment to provide an exceptional golf experience to all members.

We will offer the best golf facilities we can provide and continually strive to effectively

communicate with the membership. We will protect the original golf course design and

make changes in carefully measured increments with approvals based on committee and

membership consensus.”

Ref: Annex 1 - Dr Alister MacKenzie’s General Principles



3.2. Greens

The underlying objectives of putting surface management are to:

Produce a good level of usability year round, barring frost and snow.

Provide a good average standard of putting surface for as much of the year as

possible

Build in the potential to be able to produce very high standards of putting surface for

short periods at intervals through the main growing season

Promote a good level of consistency between putting greens on a daily basis.

Be of tidy appearance

The above will be achieved by promoting firm and dry surfaces. Soft, holding surfaces are to

be wholly discouraged. Where design, drainage, size, shape or situation limits maintenance

solutions, then re-construction will be considered.

A set of measurements is taken for each of the following characteristics on each green, the

data and results are then analysed and the correlation between the results is identified:

Firmness

Smoothness

Trueness

Speed

Moisture levels

Soil analysis

The key agronomic measurements to take are:

Organic matter content at 0-20, 20-40, 40-60 and 60-80 mm depths.

Soil moisture content (% volumetric) – (This is not current but is planned for the

future)

More information on putting surface assessment is available from the following sites:

http://golfcoursemanagement.randa.org/en/Downloads-and-publications/2012/12/RA-

Evidence-Fields.aspx

http://www.stri.co.uk/golf/golf-services/stri-programme-%E2%80%93-greens-performance-

analysis/

http://golfcoursemanagement.randa.org/en/Downloads-and-publications/2012/12/RA-Evidence-Fields.aspx

http://golfcoursemanagement.randa.org/en/Downloads-and-publications/2012/12/RA-Evidence-Fields.aspx

http://www.stri.co.uk/golf/golf-services/stri-programme-%E2%80%93-greens-performance-analysis/

http://www.stri.co.uk/golf/golf-services/stri-programme-%E2%80%93-greens-performance-analysis/



3.3. Green surrounds

The green surround should be maintained to provide a smooth, well presented transition

from fairway to putting green. This may include a close cut fringe, collar and apron. Banks

and mounds within the green surround should be mown at a height which retains an

attractive presentation without promoting scalping, drought or wear stress.

The green run-up and collar should comprise a similar texture and density of turf to the

greens, providing firm and dry surfaces which will facilitate a wide variety of approach play.

3.4. Fairways

The fairway area should be well defined, e.g. as the ground lying between the carry from the

tee and the green apron. The mowing of fairways should present an attractive appearance,

producing a margin which complements natural and man-made features.

Firmness and good cover of fine grasses is the aim.

3.5. Tees The aim is to provide a well-grassed, firm and level area from which to play a shot. Tees should

be of adequate size to provide recovery capacity and be well aligned.

A seed and divot repair program should take place continually during the regular golf season to

promote a level consistent teeing surface.

3.6. Bunkers

Bunkers should be maintained to provide hazards which collect balls to a central depression

with adequate room for a full swing from this position. They should be designed to drain freely,

be visible and influence play. The sand used should be of a specification and laid to a depth to

provide for a consistent playing surface.

Ideal characteristics for the sand used in the bunkers should be written down, e.g. for most

inland situations the sand should have the majority of its particles in the 0.125 to 1 mm range

and be of a light tan colour to provide for good definition and contrast. Important criteria to

consider:

Containing clean dry and firm sand

General guidance for depth of sand is a firm 100 mm across the bunker floor, with

depth tapering out on sloping walls. The top 8 to 12 mm of sand should be kept

looser with raking

Consistency within and between bunkers

Shaped and raked to keep balls away from the bunker edge

Of appropriate design relative to the character of the hole and course

Facilitating the fair presentation of the ball

Well presented and defined.



3.7. Rough

The objective is to maintain rough at minimal levels while not compromising the aesthetics,

severity of penalty, and speed of play. Semi-rough will be used in areas where blind shots

could result in difficulty in finding balls; this also helps with speed of play.

The semi-rough should be mown to provide a nominal penalty to the wayward shot.

3.8. Ecology

In the area of parkland such as Pitreavie Golf course it is important part of the clubs policy

to preserve as much of the natural habitat of bird, animals and flora of the course. The

course cannot be left unattended – fallen trees have to be removed; invading scrubs have to

be cut back when needed.

On occasions’ tree felling maybe necessary when tree roots encroach greens or cause shade

problems. Trees which affect the course and prevent the growth of grass will also be

lopped.

This work will be implemented under the control of the Head Greenkeeper who always has

to recognise the need for tree preservation. Tree planting will take place when and where

necessary, with professional advice being sought when necessary. Only indigenous trees and

shrubs that thrive in our climatic zone will be planted.

Certain animals/birds i.e. squirrels, rabbits, moles etc do damage to the course and will be

controlled when required.

3.9. Professional Advice

Notwithstanding the complete confidence the Council has in the competence and technical

knowledge of the Head Greenkeeper, it is the policy of Pitreavie Golf Club to seek opinions

and audits from a certified agronomist such as the STRI as deemed necessary by the Greens

Committee. http://www.stri.co.uk/

The Head Greenkeeper is also authorised to seek assistance from a certified agronomist for

soil and leaf analysis or for questions he may have of any abnormal happening such as the

invasion of disease or unusual fungi or pests.

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4. Course Management Policy

The Club’s policy is “ the course closes itself” and within reason to allow play to continue

using summer tees, fairways and greens as long as possible and to allow the use of trolleys

(powered and pulled) unless damage to the course is considered to be inevitable.

In the main greens will be in play unless they are affected by a hard or thawing frost or are

considered to be so wet that damage to them would occur, in which case temporary greens

will be brought into play.

During the certain weather conditions the fairways will be protected by either preferred lies

or the use of fairway mats. Fairway mats will also be used on par 3 tees to protect the tees.

Note that maintenance, particularly to the greens, will be programmed to minimise

disruption to play but, where possible, to maximise the benefit from each operation.

4.1. Greens

Green surfaces are the ultimate measure of all great golf courses. Every effort will be made

to protect and preserve the finest greens surfaces available. The objective is putting

surfaces with evenly comparable pace, smoothness, firmness and overall uniformity.

Routine maintenance through the playing season will include:

Mowing to a height of between 3 to 4.5 mm. Mowing heights and frequency of

cutting are the responsibility of the Head Greenkeeper and will depend on his

reading of future weather conditions, forthcoming events and the state of the soil

etc.

The main greens renovation work will be carried out in August when the putting surfaces are drier and with the benefit of quick recovery. This process strengthens the deeper rooting grasses and relieves compaction and removes thatch. Heavy top dressing application after hollow coring will be carried to fill all the holes. Members will be notified in advance before this work is commenced.

Aeration will be carried out on a regular basis throughout the year using a variety of methods including; solid tining, slit tining, verti-draining, hollow tining, grooming, verti-cutting and scarifying.

o Spiking in the Spring and Autumn will utilise 12-15mm diameter tines. The greens will be top dressed after spiking.

o Other spiking during the months of May to September will utilise 8-10mm tines – these cause minimum disruption to the playing surface.

Regular re-location of the hole position and always for main competition events. Ensure hole cutter blade is sharp and use trimming scissors each day for best presentation. For special events, white paint top of hole.

Intermittent application of fertilizers and dressings as determined by the Head Greenkeeper.



As required, the application of fungicides to treat and prevent grass diseases.

Maintenance through the winter period will include:

Mowing to heights as deemed appropriate by the Head Greenkeeper to maintain grass health.

Aeration by means of solid tining, slitting etc

Improvements to drainage as part of the winter programme of works. Members will be notified in advance before this work is commenced.

Grass species that colonize the greens vary from surface to surface but the greens are

mainly dominated by annual meadow grass (poa annua). Once drainage and thatch levels

are at desired levels a policy to introduce a dominated bent grass composition will be

evaluated.

Greens will be mown / ironed regularly through the growing season at a height of 3-4.5 mm.

This will be raised to an appropriate height when winter or ground conditions prevail,

mowing often enough with hand machines to retain a uniform, neat surface. Ideally solid

front rollers should be utilised. Greens mowing will be completed with pedestrian machines

during the growing season for designated competitions subject to availability of resources.

Micro tining on the greens and collars will be conducted approximately every two to four

weeks, and then brushing-in small amounts of dressing each time, will produce good putting

surfaces with sufficient aeration to promote healthy growth in the greens. Yearly top

dressing application should be around 80-100 tonnes. This approach will reduce the need

for hollow tining with large (16mm diameter) tines.

Deep scarification, aeration and top dressing programmes should be formulated to reduce

layers of accumulated thatch in the upper profile and to prevent the development of

notable compaction to the soil profile through depth.

Ref Annex 2 - Course Maintenance Plan

A programme of autumn verti-draining, winter slitting and shallow star slitting / narrow

gauge solid tining through the spring and summer will be maintained to ensure good

surfaces. To prevent thatch on the greens we should operate a system of frequent routine

aeration. Reduced compaction will be achieved by verti-draining in September / October

utilizing 12 mm tines.

Fertiliser, with low phosphate input, unless chemical analysis indicates deficiency, and

irrigation will be provided to a minimum level, merely to redress wear in order to retain a

dense turf of fine texture. Liquid fertilisers will be used on a little and often basis throughout

the playing season with occasional use of a granular fertiliser. Low salt index fertilisers are

preferred, such as urea. Through the autumn and winter period a liquid turf hardener tank

mix will be used to maintain colour, strength and disease prevention.



The aim is to adopt a programme to introduce top dressing focusing on fortnightly dustings

in the late March to mid September period followed by autumn verti-draining. Wetting

agents should be applied as appropriate through a sprayer as deemed necessary by the

Head Greenkeeper from March through to September.

The club is working to develop an IPM (Integrated Pest Management) approach.

4.2. Green surrounds

The collar and immediate surround will be managed, except for cutting; in as similar a

manner to greens as is feasible.

The collar will be mown a minimum of 2 times

a week with a tri-plex mower to a height 3mm

above that of the green cut. The apron and

surround will be mown at 11-12 mm a

minimum of twice a week and as necessary

over the winter to retain a tidy presentation.

Ensure that traffic routes receive verti-

draining programmed on an annual basis to

improve soil structure and compaction.

Weed and pest control measures to be taken as necessary in accordance with policy

previously outlined.

4.3. Fairways

Fairways will be cut at 15-18 mm at the necessary frequency to maintain neat and

consistent surfaces. Fertiliser and irrigation to be provided only as required to keep grass

alive, not to present a lush and verdant

course. Aeration will be carried out to

promote firm and dry playing surfaces

throughout, concentrating on main traffic

areas and known wet spots.

Fairway divot work will take place regularly

throughout the playing season, in major

landing areas and in other areas on an “as

needs” basis – the

The Greens Staff may need the help of members to assist in this activity. This will include

two members’ divot nights in the Spring and Autumn.



Weed and pest control measures to be taken as necessary in accordance with previously

outlined.

4.4. Tees

The aim is to provide a well-grassed, firm and level area from which to play a shot.

The maintenance of tees is similar to that of green surrounds i.e. regular aeration,

controlled feeding and top dressing.

Tees will be mowed 2 to 3 days a week and at a height range 9-13mm, this being dependent on growth and weather conditions. Clippings will be boxed off.

Divot marks will be repaired regularly using a mix of sand, loam and seed.

Aeration will be carried out on a regular basis throughout the year using a variety of methods including; verti-draining, hollow tining, verti-cutting and scarifying.

Banks will be cut once or twice each fortnight throughout the growing season.

Permanent tee markers will be maintained so that they are clearly visible, markers will be:-

o Checked daily and changed as needed to utilise the greatest amount of teeing space

o Moved to spread wear across the whole area; four set of tee blocks will be utilised Red = Woman, Blue = Juniors, Yellow = Men’s, White = Men’s Medal Competitions.

4.5. Bunkers

The objective is to have sand bunkers with the proper amount of sand well distributed

within the bunker without rocks or other loose impediments.

Bunkers will hand raked daily 3 /4 times per week and always on weekly medal days, Saturdays and Sundays during the playing season. When raking, the sand will be shaped to try to keep balls away from the edges of the bunkers so a full shot can be played.

Bunkers will have their edges trimmed as necessary to retain a clear definition to the hazard.

The sand depth will be maintained at no less than 3- 4 inches to the floor.

Bunker will have adequate rakes; these are to be placed inside the bunker in a position least likely to interfere with a ball in motion.



4.6. Preparation of Daily Play / Golf Set-up

The objective is to use various flagsticks and tee block placements that challenge the golfers

thinking and maintains quality of turf by spreading wear and reducing stress over various

cupping and tee block areas.

Course setup:

Greens will be checked with cups being changed every 2-3 days in-season and off-season as needed.

The course will be setup with an overall balance between the cups and tee position to maintain appropriate yardage. On weekends and during member tournaments/medals, tee blocks will be located at or near the markers.

Competition setup: The greens staff will choose the flagstick / hole-cup placements utilizing a standard form using standard guidelines.

Ref: Annex 4. – Guidelines on golf hole placement

Tee markers will be checked daily and changed as needed to utilize the greatest amount of teeing space. Course set-up will include:

Moving of tee blocks

Hole-cup changing

Rubbish pick-up / empty bins

Raking of bunkers

Mowing / rolling with turf iron

4.7. Timing of Work on the Course

Much essential work has to be completed before a certain time each day and within certain

timescales during the year. Moreover there are times when play on the course has to be

restricted to allow the greens staff to carry out certain works. As far as possible these

restrictions will be kept to an absolute minimum, however greens staff have priority on the

course at all times.

For safety members should not play to any closely mown area where green staff are

working without an acknowledgement by the green staff i.e. wave. During winter months it

may be necessary to take certain holes out of play to permit uninterrupted work to be

carried out.

It will be the aim of the Greens Committee and Head Greenkeeper to plan essential work on

the course well in advance and members will be kept informed via the notice board when



any restrictions to play are envisaged. The co-operation of members will be required if the

Club is to maintain the highest possible standards of the course together with our aims to

achieve longer-term improvements.

4.8. Course Closure Policy

The course maybe closed on the authority of the Head Greenkeeper, or in his absence the

Senior Greenkeeper on duty, when extreme and / or adverse weather conditions occur and

damage to the course, or risk to personal safety would result if play were permitted. Such

conditions would exist if the greens were largely waterlogged, if the course was flooded and

during severe frost and snow.

Should the course be closed for any reason the decision to reopen the course will rest with

the Head Greenkeeper or his staff if they are available. Should they not be available the

then any member of the Greens Committee will make the decision. In the event no

members of the Greens Committee are available, then any Council member may make the

decision, and in their absence the decision will rest with the Club Professional.

During a competition, play maybe suspended or abandoned by an authorised member of

the council supervising the competition if condition become unsuitable for play. This would

not automatically close the course unless one of the persons set out above is present and

considers that to be the appropriate course of action.

Every effort will be made to keep course closures to an absolute minimum.

4.9. Winter Golf

To help the greens staffs to manage the divots during the winter period mats are to be used

on:

All fairways

The 1st cut next to the fairways.

On the 1st Hole between the burn and green.

On the tees of all par 3 holes i.e. 3rd, 6th, 12th and 16th tees

Members will be advised when the above procedures are in place.

During the winter period temporary greens will be used when there is a heavy frost, when

the main greens are very wet or being worked on.

4.10. Tree and Shrub Management

A long term management tree planting / removal programme will be maintained. Particular

attention will be given to optimizing morning sunlight penetration and air flow around

putting surfaces and greens complexes as a whole.



Inappropriate trees such as poplars and leylandi type species will be removed and replaced

with indigenous trees and shrubs more suitable for our climate zone. Tree trimming and

maintenance will predominately be carried out in the winter months.

Trees and shrubs contribute significantly to the character of the course and provide unique

habitats for native wildlife.

4.11. Weed and Pest Control

Dressings, Fertilizers and Other Chemical Treatments

The objective is to use the minimum amount of fertilizers commensurate with promoting

healthy growth of the various grasses on the course. Fungicides will only be used to treat

specific grass conditions.

Light sand top dressing applications will be applied frequently to the greens, collars and tees

once or twice a year.

Measures will be taken as necessary in accordance with COSHH.

4.12. Water Irrigation System

The objective is to use as little water as possible whilst recognizing that during periods of

low or no rainfall it may be necessary to irrigate greens and/or tees to sustain grass growth.

The irrigation system was installed in the early 90’s and is badly in need of a major overhaul.

The system provides water to all 18 greens but not to the teeing areas. The tank at the rear

of the green keepers shed provides a reliable water supply. The system is tested regularly

throughout the main playing season. It is drained down in late autumn to avoid frost

damage and recharged in the spring when all elements are fully tested and any faulty

components repaired or replaced.

Members should note that the irrigation system is only used to sustain growth which

encourages the brown top bent. It will not be used to soften greens or to make them

“greener” since these practices only encourage disease and do nothing to promote healthy

growth.

The Head Greenkeeper is responsible for deciding when to use the irrigation system.

4.13. Burns and Drainage Ditches

The objective is to maintain these as a vital means of removing rainwater from the course in

as effective a manner as possible. Routine maintenance during the playing season will be

confined to tackling problem areas as they arise and maintaining the appropriate hazard

markings.



During the winter months work will include:

Repairs to the banks of the burns and ditches where required.

Repairing and replacing collapsed or blocked underground drains.

Adding to the network of drains where necessary.

Update locations of all drains on the map of the course.

4.14. Practice Grounds

The following rules are intended to ensure safety. The practice ground between the 4th and 16th fairways:-

This area is for use by club members and visitors

Players must ensure that only clubs appropriate to the length of the practice area are used

Shots must be played from the designated areas only

Shots must be hit towards the 13th fairway The club house putting green:

Subject to the safety of fellow players, controlled chip and run shots are allowed at appropriate time onto the clubhouse putting green. However high shots which would result in pitch marks or divots flop/pitching is not permitted.



5. Resources

5.1. Greens Staff

Pitreavie Golf Club is committed to sustaining the optimum staffing level as finances allow

and to provide for the necessary training and education to retain a structured staffing

profile, i.e. during the summer the club would expect to employ a minimum of 4 fully

trained green keepers and seasonal staff as deemed necessary to maintain the golf course.

The Club will endeavour to reward staff with competitive salary scales subject to financial

resources.

5.2. Work on the Course

The objective is to carry out all the work necessary to keep the course in the best possible

condition whilst minimizing the disruption to the play of members and visitors.

Hours of Work

These are based on an 8 hour day / 40 hour week with 40 minute break

The greens staff work a flexible shift pattern depending on the time of year, available light

and to meet the requirements of the management committee.

Start times may alter according to day light and work demands. Standard hours in the

summer are 6.30am to 2.30pm Monday to Friday (Summer), and 7.30am to 3.30pm Monday

to Friday (Winter), April to September is deemed Summer and October to March is deemed

Winter for working hours

Additionally the greens staff are paid overtime at the weekends (Saturday & Sundays) for

course inspection and preparation activities.

5.3. Health Safety

Pitreavie Golf Course is responsible for maintaining a healthy and safe workplace for all the

greens staff, seasonal workers and all volunteers. The club will ensure that we conform to all

Health and Safety requirements as applicable to the staff.

The club maintains a safety policy in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work etc Act

1974 (HSWA). Ref Annex 3

All greens staff is required to be familiar with and to adhere to this policy. The club will

provide all staff with the necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to carry out their

daily work activities safely.



The Head Greenkeeper will be responsible on a daily basis for maintaining and updating the

policy relating to green keeping issues, in consultation with the Greens Convenor unless

another Council member has particular expertise in this area

The club will ensure that there are qualified First Aiders available at all times during working

hours. Refreshment training will be carried out at recommended intervals in accordance

with industry standards i.e. every 3 years.

A general risk assessment for the yard, buildings, work equipment and golf course (a specific

hole by hole) will be maintained and reviewed at regular intervals, this will cover:

Machinery and the workplace. (noise and vibration)

The control of substances hazardous to health (COSHH) regulations

Manual Handling

Working at heights and in confined spaces

Working alone

The Green Convenor will generally act as Health and Safety Director unless another Director

has particular expertise in this field.



6. Machinery and Storage Facilities

The existing facilities are located adjacent to the golf course main car park and comprise:

The green shed is a breeze block building which houses most of the club’s machinery together with workshop area and comprises:

o Kitchen/Staff Rest Room. o General Store Room and Drying Room. o Toilets and shower/ wash facilities.

Red Diesel tank and bund is located inside the shed

A wash down area for machines/vehicles

Chemical container for pesticides

The irrigation pump and control system are located inside the shed. This is connected to the water tank at the rear of the greens shed.

Storage in the greens shed is now at a premium and additional storage facilities are needed

for fertilizer and other items.

Provision of the necessary machinery and equipment is essential to achieving the policies

set out in this document. The Club has a capital replacement programme for machinery

renewal and sets out to eliminate any old or unreliable equipment over the next five to

seven years. Ref: Annex 5 - Capital Replacement Plan

The major pieces of machinery considered essential to maintaining the course are:

JD 2500 Triplex machine

Jacobsen 522 - 3 x Pedestrian mowers

Toro 3400 triplex machine

JD 1905 Fairway mower

JD 4720 Tractor with PTO (Power take off)

JD 4110 Tractor with PTO

JD Gator Utility vehicles

Lastec Articulators X721 rotary mower

Toro 3100D Sidewinder

Wiedenmann XP6 Aerator

1 Ton Trailer

Greentek Scarifying and Verti cutting units (for JD 2500) See Annex 6 - Full list of Work Equipment

A full inventory of course maintenance equipment will be maintained. A planned

programme of replacement will be produced as an ongoing measure though there will be

flexibility within this structure to delay or bring forward purchases as the need arises.

All machines are to be well cared for by the staff, following the maintenance guidelines as

indicated in the manufacturer’s handbook or through other recognised industry guidance.



All machinery will be cleaned and lubricated, as necessary, after use. The main items of

machinery will undergo routine servicing as agreed with the supplier.

A machinery pre-start check procedure should be in place to meet H&S requirements and to

ensure the machine is in proper working order in accordance with the manufactures

operating instructions.



7. Course Development

A rolling 5 and 10 year long-term, hole by hole course development master plan should be

formulated to take into consideration:

The need for green reconstruction to meet objectives

Upgrading of tees to meet objectives

Installation or upgrading of drainage systems

Upgrading of bunkers to meet objectives

Installation or upgrading of irrigation system

Rough/ grassland management

Development of practice facilities

Review of SSS (if needed)

Management of tree and woodland/ habitat areas

Burns erosion control

The plan should comprise a list of proposed projects to be completed on an annual basis but

with enough flexibility to allow for movement of individual projects forward or back a year

in accordance with limitations of weather and finance.



8. Professional Advice

8.1. Agronomy

The club may agree to fund visits from an experienced professional, independent

agronomist to provide support and guidance to the course manager and others involved in

course management. The agronomist should be given a remit to advise on course

maintenance and development issues, including any resource issue which impinges on

these. Continuity of advice is important to the main aim of the policy document.

8.2. Course Architect

Any significant alteration or addition to the golf course proposed within the course

development plan should be presented to a professionally qualified golf course architect for

their comments before being undertaken.

The architect will be expected to give advice on such matters, taking the design character of

the course into account.

8.3. Environmental Management

Environmental management programmes should be agreed and implemented after

consultation with a recognised ecologist sympathetic to the needs of golfers and the

character of the golf course.

8.4. Tree Management

In exceptional cases Professional advice maybe be taken from an arboriculturist to

determine felling and thinning of any trees. A Code of Practice will be developed and

implemented prior to any trees being cut down.

Members will be advised of all proposals prior to any action.



9. Complaints Procedure

Any complaints relating to the condition of the course or behaviour of employees should be

made in writing to the secretary of the club. No complaint relating to the conduct of the

staff or the condition of the courses should be made directly to any member of the Greens

staff.

Employees of the club or members of the greens committee should not be subjected to

verbal complaints and employees of the club should have a procedure for reporting golfers

who abuse them in this manner.

The Green Convenor and the Head Greenkeeper will investigate the matter and if necessary

refer it to the Green Committee and/or the Council.



10. Communication

10.1. Members Dialogue

Every effort will be made to maintain a dialogue with members on issues relating to course

management which have a direct bearing on the course condition. Members will be

informed, via a regular newsletter and notices, of works likely to cause disruption to play as

soon as possible before the commencement of such works.

On days where major works are taking place or in progress a notice will be displayed by the

first tee and the Club Pro will also be informed.

Members will be up-dated on progress in relation to the objectives of this document in the

newsletters or by notices if deemed appropriate. Members will be encouraged to support

the objectives of the document by making constructive suggestions, in writing, to the

Chairman of Greens Committee. On-course notices will be used where appropriate, but

should be kept to a minimum for aesthetic reasons. The Greens Committee will hold open

information and questions meetings with the members in April and October.

10.2. Course Status – Communication Protocol

On days where abnormal ground conditions exist, these should be outlined on the Club’s

Twitter Account 30 minutes prior to the first tee off time. This statement should also

outline any intended review of status which would possible take place later in the day. This

should be done by the senior member of Green’s staff on duty on the day. The Club

Professional should check with the Club’s Twitter feed or Facebook page prior to

administering the days play, and will be able to therefore answer any queries (by phone or

directly) relating to course status on any given day.

The Club Professional or Greens Staff should check with the Club’s Twitter feed and post any

relevant course status information to the Club’s website at their earliest opportunity on any

working day. No communication is required via Twitter on any day where normal ground

conditions prevail. Abnormal ground conditions requiring a status update are:–

Course closed due to water/frost/snow/wind

Course opening delayed due to water/frost/snow/wind

No Buggies allowed as a result of unsuitable ground conditions

Preferred lies being in play as a result of:-

o Fairway maintenance

o Wet/Muddy conditions

A number of temporary greens being in play (the number should be stated)

On days where the course is closed a sign will also be displayed at the 1st Tee.



11. Golf Course Etiquette

While implementing these standards, efforts by the golf course maintenance staff will be

greatly enhanced by members and guest who practice proper golf etiquette. These efforts

by all who use the golf facilities include:

Divots made or observed by a player must be carefully replaced and pressed down.

Use divot mix (Sand and seed) in the fairways and tee boxes only where supplied.

Each player should repair at least one ball mark on every putting green.

Players should be careful not to scuff the putting green while walking. Upon the

completion of a hole, scuff marks (especially those near the hole) should be repaired

out of courtesy to following players.

Remove and replace the flagstick carefully to avoid damaging the hole or the putting

green. Refrain from dropping the flagstick on the putting green.

Footprints and club marks made in sand bunkers should be filled and raked smooth.

Players should refrain from walking up the faces of sand bunkers. Enter and leave

sand bunkers from the low or flat side.

Do not litter the golf course. Place trash in the containers provided.

All matters relating to the golf course and its upkeep are the responsibility of the

Greens Committee. Suggestions, questions or complaints to the Secretary in writing.

Please do not direct complaints to the Head Greenkeeper or his staff directly.

Unlike many sports, golf is played, for the most part, without the supervision of a referee or

umpire. The game relies on the integrity of the individual to show consideration for other

players and to abide by the Rules.

All players are to abide by the high level of conduct expected and required under the Rules

of Golf, and in no way behave in a manner that may inflict damage to the course and

facilities, cause inconvenience to other players, or bring the game of golf or the Club into

disrepute.

This is the spirit of the game of golf.

All players should conduct themselves in a disciplined manner, demonstrating courtesy and

sportsmanship at all times, irrespective of how competitive they may be.



12. References

The R&A’s website RandA.org and its course management section are excellent sources of

additional information and guidance. The following have been of particular value in

preparing the Course Policy Document:

www.randa.org/golfcoursemanagement www.randa.org/en/Rules-and-Amateur-Status/Rules-of-Golf.aspx www.randa.org/en/Rules-and-Amateur-Status/Pace-of-Play.aspx

www.randa.org/en/Rules-and-Amateur-Status/Guidance-on-Running-a-Competition.aspx

Health & Safety

http://www.hse.gov.uk/index.htm

https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/safety/legislation/GolfCourseHealthandSafetyManagem

ent.pdf

http://www.randa.org/golfcoursemanagement

http://www.randa.org/en/Rules-and-Amateur-Status/Rules-of-Golf.aspx

http://www.randa.org/en/Rules-and-Amateur-Status/Pace-of-Play.aspx

http://www.randa.org/en/Rules-and-Amateur-Status/Guidance-on-Running-a-Competition.aspx

http://www.hse.gov.uk/index.htm

https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/safety/legislation/GolfCourseHealthandSafetyManagement.pdf

https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/safety/legislation/GolfCourseHealthandSafetyManagement.pdf



13. Acknowledgements

The following individuals are acknowledged for their input to the compilation of this Course

Policy, adopted by Pitreavie (Dunfermline) Golf Club in 2015.

Colin A Bain, Greens Convenor

Stephen Jack, Head Greenkeeper

This Course Policy is available on www. pitreaviegolfclub.co.uk



Annex 1 - Dr Alister MacKenzie’s General Principles

1. The course, where possible, should be arranged in two loops of nine holes

2. There should be a large proportion of good two-shot holes, and at least four one-shot holes

3. There should be little walking between the greens and tees, and the course should be arranged so that in the first instance there is always a slight walk forwards from the green to the next tee; then the holes are sufficiently elastic to be lengthened in the future if necessary

4. The greens and fairways should be sufficiently undulating, but there should be no hill climbing

5. Every hole should be different in character

6. There should be a minimum of blindness for the approach shots

7. The course should have beautiful surroundings, and all the artificial features should have so natural an appearance that a stranger is unable to distinguish them from nature itself

8. There should be sufficient number of heroic carries from the tee, but the course should be arranged so that the weaker player with the loss of a stroke, or portion of a stroke, shall always have an alternative route open to him

9. There should be infinite variety in the strokes required to play the various holes – that is, interesting brassie shots, iron shots, pitch and run up shots

10. There should be a complete absence of the annoyance and irritation caused by the necessity of searching for lost balls.

11. The course should be so interesting that even the scratch man is constantly stimulated to improve his game in attempting shots he has hitherto been unable to play

12. The course should be so arranged that the long/ high handicap player or even the absolute beginner should be able to enjoy his round in spite of the fact he is piling up a big score. In other words the beginner should not be continually harassed by losing strokes from playing out of sand bunkers. The layout should be so arranged that he loses strokes because he is making wide detours to avoid hazards

13. The course should be equally good during winter and summer, the texture of the greens and fairways should be perfect and the approaches should have the same consistency as the greens



Annex 2 - Course Maintenance Plan

Winter Spring Summer Autumn Winter

January February March April May June July August September October November December

Course Furniture refurbishment

Start up irrigation

Deep spike greens and top dress

Hollow Core &

Top Dress Greens

Deep spike greens

Course

furniture refurbish

Regular verti-cutting and scarifying to remove thatch Trim Bunker Edges

Routine mowing practices, including flymo and strimming work on burns, bunkers and tee banks

Routine course set-up; bunkers, holes, green rolling, sand patching, move tee markers, bins, course scouting, traffic control, G.U.R. etc

Fertiliser, plant protection, wetting agents, pesticide applications – fertiliser: 2 – 3 granular applications, rest liquid

Soil

Samples

Greens light verti

cut

Organic matter testing

Regular needle tine spiking on greens (no surface disruption)

Hand watering

(where and when necessary)

Shut down irrigation

Machine servicing

Aeration to greens, tees, aprons, fairways and traffic areas

Aeration to greens, tees, aprons, fairways and

traffic areas

Tree Work Machine servicing

Weed control Weed

control

Initial machine grinding Growth regulators (RGR) applications to tees and approaches,

first cut etc.



Annex 3 – Health & Safety Policy Statement

Health, Safety & Environmental

Policy Statement

PITREAVIE (DUNFERMLINE) GOLF COURSE

MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

Our statement of general policy is:

■ To provide adequate control of the health and safety risks arising from our

work activities;

■ To consult with our employees and members on matters affecting their

health and safety;

■ To provide and maintain safe plant and equipment;

■ To ensure safe handling and use of substances;

■ To provide information, instruction and supervision for employees;

■ To ensure all employees are competent to do their tasks, and to give them

adequate training;

■ To prevent accidents and cases of work-related ill health;

■ To maintain safe and healthy working conditions; and

■ To review and revise this policy as necessary at regular intervals.



Annex 4 – Guidelines on Golf Hole Positioning Many factors affect the selection of good hole positions, but the primary objective is to

reward a good shot. The following points should be considered:

a) Take into account, where appropriate, the design of the hole as the architect

intended it to be played. Determine the length of the shot to the green and how it

may be affected by the possible conditions for the day – wind, rain and the holding

nature of the green.

b) There must be enough putting green surfaces between the hole and the front and

the sides of the green to accommodate the required shot. For example, if the hole

requires a long iron or wood shot to the green, the hole should be positioned deeper

in the green and farther from its sides than would be the case if the hole requires a

short pitch shot.

c) In any case, it is recommended that generally the hole be positioned at least four

paces from any edge of the green. If a bunker is close to the edge, or if the ground

slopes away from the edge, the distance should be greater, especially if the shot is

more than a pitch. Consideration should be given to allowing fair opportunity for

recovery after a reasonably good shot that just misses the green.

d) An area of two to three feet around the hole should be as level as possible. Effort

should be made to ensure that holes are not positioned within three paces of a very

severe slope or ridge or of a recently used hole. If the design of the green dictates

that the hole be positioned on a slope, the hole should be cut vertically, not with the

slope. A player putting from above the hole should be able to stop the ball near the

hole.

e) Consider the condition of nearby turf, especially taking care to avoid old hole plugs

which have not completely healed.

f) There should be a balanced selection of hole positions for the entire course with

respect to left, right, central, front and back positions. For example, beware too

many positions on one side or the other of the green with a resulting premium on

drawn or faded shots.

g) For a competition played over several days the course should be kept in balance

daily as to the degree of difficulty. The course should not be set up appreciably more



difficult for any round – balanced treatment is the aim. The idea of making the

course progressively harder round after round is one that should be avoided.

h) One form of balanced daily treatment is to select six quite difficult hole positions, six

which are moderately difficult and six which are relatively easy. One should also try

to keep a balance of using the left and the right of the green. For example, on the

first nine there may be four to the right, four to the left and one in the centre. The

second nine should be similar. Also, one should vary as much as possible the number

of paces from the front edge of the green.

i) During practice days before a competition it is recommended that holes are

positioned in areas which will not be used during the competition so that

competition positions will not be damaged by foot traffic.

j) Anticipate the players’ walking routes. Position holes for early rounds so that good

hole positions for later rounds will not be spoiled by players leaving the green.

k) In match play, a hole position may, if necessary, be changed during a round,

provided that in each match the players play with the holes in the same position.

l) In stroke play, Rule 33-2b requires that all competitors in a single round play with

each hole in the same position, other than when it is impossible for a damaged hole

to be repaired so that it conforms with the Definition (see also the Note to Rule 33-

2b).

m) When 36 holes are played in one day it is customary for hole positions not to be

changed between rounds, but there is no Rule to prohibit changing them. If they are

changed, all players should be informed.

n) The member of the green staff who cuts the holes must make sure that the Rules of Golf are observed, especially the requirements that the hole must be 4 1/4 inches (108mm), must be at least 4 inches (101.6mm) deep and that wherever possible the hole-liner must be sunk at least one inch (25mm) below the putting green surface. If a plastic cuff/rim is used, it is considered to be part of the hole liner, so it too must be sunk at least one inch (25mm) below the putting green surface, unless the nature of the soil makes it impracticable to do so.



Annex 5 – Capital Replacement Plan

Machine to be replaceAge @

20142014/15 2015/16 2016/17 2017/18 2018/19 2019/20 2020/21

Jacobson T-Plex 10+ X

Set of Tees Units New X

Hardi 400Ltr Sprayer New X

JD Tractor 4110 (Small) 9 X

JD Greens Mower 2500 6 X

J Dear 1950 Fairway machine 6 X

Top Dresser New X

JD Run arround 6 X

Toro Sidewinder (Tees m/c) 3 X

JD Tractor 4720 (large) (7 year Lease) 6 X

Wiedenmann Spiker 6 X

Lastic Articulator 3 X

3 Ton Trailer 6 X

True Roll Turf Iron 5 X

Hasquvarna 7 X

Machine Replacement Programme



Annex 6 - Pitreavie Golf Club - List of Work Equipment

JD tractor 4110 (small)

JD Greens Mower 2500B

JD Fairway Mower 1905

Top Dresser

Toro Sidewinder 3100D (Tees m/c)

JD Tractor 4720 (large)

Tru Turf Iron RS48 11C Roller

Wiedenmann Terra Spiker XP6

JD Gator

Lastec Articulators X721 rough mowers

Jacobsen GK 522 Hand mowers x 3

Toro 3400 Triflex

Gambetti 400 Ltr Sprayer

Hasquvarna PF21 – Rotary mower

Hasquvarna – Chain Saw

Hasquvarna – Flymo x 2

Hasquvarna – Hedge trimmer

Hasquvarna – Back pack blowers

Flymo XL 500 Plus

Echo Brush cutter

Stihl Brush cutter with attachments

EFCO Strimmer

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