Registration open for Synthetic Sports Turf Management & Maintenance Training in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia!
Sports Turf Canada’s goal is to advance the knowledge and education of sports turf professionals in Canada in the areas of synthetic sports turf field safety and maintenance. This Sports Turf Canada course will be of interest to those who manage or maintain synthetic sports turf and to those who wish to develop additional knowledge and skills in this subject matter.
Topics Include
- What is synthetic turf?
- History of synthetic turf
- Design of fields
- How to identify your type of field
- Installation and drainage understanding
- Field safety best practices
- Infill understanding
- Equipment overview
- Maintenance best practices and techniques
- Troubleshooting common problems
INSTRUCTOR: Gord Horsman, City of Moncton
COURSE INFORMATION:
The course is one day in length with 7.0 instructional hours including a test on the final day.
STC & RFANS members can bring a colleague from their place of employment and we will extend the membership rate to them also.
There will be several breaks along with a one hour lunch break and lunch will be provided. Registrants are responsible for their own accommodations, as required. Registration fees include course content and workbook.
This course includes a short test on the last day to ensure you received the information which was taught. It is done online and is multiple choice. Registrants are required to attend 100% of the classes in order to write the test. Those who achieve a passing grade of 60% will be provided a Certificate of Successful Completion for the course. Support is provided for those with learning challenges.
CANCELLATION:
Notice of cancellation received by Sports Turf Canada via email no later than 10 calendar days before the event date will receive a complete refund, less a $50 processing fee. Those who register but do not attend will not receive a refund. If you are unable to attend, you may send a replacement in your place, provided written notification with replacements name and email is sent before the event begins. Registrants will receive a full refund should the event be cancelled. We reserve the right to cancel an event due to conditions beyond our control. Registrants are required to reach out to Sports Turf Canada by phone or email to resolve payment or refund concerns.
HOW TO REGISTER:
Click on the register button or call our office at 519-763-9431 or email us at members@sportsturfcanada.com for assistance.
WHAT PAST ATTENDEES SAY ABOUT THE COURSE:
I have better knowledge and understanding of what to look for on the field now.
Tracey B.
Appreciated that it is working professionals that are providing this course information.
Chris D.
Now I understand the risk for players on synthetic turf.
Geoff C.
We look forward to learning along with you!
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