Disc Golf Course Safety Inspection

Disc golf course inspections identify hazards from basket failures, overgrown sightlines, and trail surface deficiencies before players arrive. This checklist addresses Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA) facility standards, ADA accessibility guidelines for outdoor recreation, and parks maintenance best practices for safe disc golf operations.

Industry: Sports and Recreation
Frequency: Weekly and after major weather events
Estimated Time: 1-2 hours
Role: Parks Superintendent / Recreation Coordinator
Total Items: 28

Baskets and Tee Pads

Inspect all disc golf baskets and tee areas.

All baskets securely anchored with no leaning or movement?
Basket chain assemblies intact with no broken or missing chains?
No sharp edges on basket top rings, poles, or chain attachments?
Concrete or rubber tee pads free of major cracks, heaving, or surface hazards?
Tee pad areas draining properly with no standing water?
Tee markers, hole numbers, and distance signs present and readable?
Short tee or accessible tee positions available and clearly marked?

Fairways and Course Hazards

Inspect fairways and potential player hazards.

Sightlines from tee to basket adequate with no blind throwing zones?
Warning signs at holes with blind throws or pedestrian crossing hazards?
No hanging dead branches or widow-makers over tee areas or fairways?
Water hazard areas marked with adequate warning for drop zones?
Out of bounds areas clearly marked or defined?
No ground-level hazards (holes, roots, erosion) in active play and walking areas?
Course map posted at course entrance with hole layout and hazard information?

Walking Trails and Cart Paths

Inspect all walking trails and access paths.

All walking paths between holes clear of fallen branches and debris?
No significant trail erosion creating trip hazards or unstable footing?
Any footbridges or elevated walkways structurally sound?
Trail routing between holes clearly marked to prevent getting lost?
Steep slope areas with adequate footing or alternative routing?
Accessible route available for mobility-impaired players on accessible holes?
No poison ivy, poison oak, or hazardous invasive plants encroaching on active areas?

Amenities and Safety Readiness

Inspect course amenities and emergency readiness.

Benches and seating areas stable and in good condition?
Trash receptacles emptied and available throughout course?
Restroom facilities clean and accessible at course?
Water fountain or water available at course entrance?
Emergency vehicle access to all areas of course in case of injury?
Emergency contact information posted at course entrance?
Weekly course inspection log completed?

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Why Use This Disc Golf Course Safety Inspection?

This disc golf course safety inspection helps sports and recreation teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for parks superintendent / recreation coordinator professionals, this checklist covers 28 critical inspection points across 4 sections. Recommended frequency: weekly and after major weather events.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Disc Golf Course Safety Inspection cover?

This checklist covers 28 inspection items across 4 sections: Baskets and Tee Pads, Fairways and Course Hazards, Walking Trails and Cart Paths, Amenities and Safety Readiness. It is designed for sports and recreation operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed weekly and after major weather events. Each completion takes approximately 1-2 hours.

Who should use this Disc Golf Course Safety Inspection?

This checklist is designed for Parks Superintendent / Recreation Coordinator professionals in the sports and recreation industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.