1 minute read
Racecourses
These training courses are aimed primarily at the professional grounds person at a racecourse and are fully supported and endorsed by the relevant national governing bodies. From the basics of turf maintenance and activities, to liaising with clerks of the course and the planning of annual maintenance tasks this suite of courses will develop both the grounds team and the manager. These courses range from two to five days in length and are residential.
Level 1 Racecourse: Turf Maintenance (2 days)
• The level 1 course covers basic turf and machinery maintenance, safe practices with course furniture and race day procedures.
Level 2 Racecourse: Turf Management (5 days)
• Course covers: industry developments, health and safety, water management and soil science.
Level 3 Racecourse: Management Skills (3 days)
• Course covers: performance quality standards, machinery procurement and human resources management.
These training courses can be offered as a bespoke course for a group of delegates or in a traditional individual format. Please note: these courses are residential.
THE GMA HAS WORKED CLOSELY WITH THE RCA AND BHA TO DEVELOP TRAINING COURSES WHICH ADDRESS THE MODERN-DAY CHALLENGES OF MANAGING TURF. THESE COURSES BENEFIT THE PROGRESSION OF CLERKS OF THE COURSE AND GROUNDS STAFF ALIKE. "
