GROUND INSPECTION CHECKLIST

Weather conditions at the grounds are suitable for the event to be held?

Portable goals are secured (with 10 stakes or 12 bags of sand)?

Goals are free of metal net hooks and nails? 

Fields & warm up areas are free of debris, broken glass, surface damage? 

Sprinkler heads (if present) are level or below the field surface? 

Cricket pitch (if present) is covered? 

The area 2m outside of each touch line is free of hazards e.g. chairs, bins etc.? 

Public & spectator areas (including stairs and paths) are free of hazards? 

Grandstands and seating areas are free of hazards? 

Car park area is free of hazards? 

Canteen area is free of hazards? 

BBQ area is free of hazards and gas bottle is fitted securely?

Change rooms and toilets are free of hazards? 

External coffee vans & ice cream vans are located in areas safe for public access? 

Other areas e.g. referee rooms, tickets office are free of hazards? 

There are no children under 16 years of age working in or playing in the canteen or BBQ areas. 

Ambulance access is open and free of obstacles? 

First Aid kit and ice or cold packs are available? 

A person with first aid qualifications is available at the venue? 

Emergency plans are in place?

Sufficient ground officials are in place and are wearing visible vests? 

Field lighting is compliant with FNSW Lighting Policy (if a night event)?

Amenities and change rooms lighting is working? 

Fencing around the venue and adjacent to fields is free of hazards? 

Any other factors to consider?