subject: Golf Cart & Its Saftey [print this page] Before jumping into a golf cart for talking a joy ride, it is very essential for most of the golfers to know about the safety rules related to golf cart. Negligence of these safety standards may even lead to unwanted mishaps on the golf course. To avoid all this pain, we must familiarize ourselves with the latest safety rules and regulations. This article will help you to definitely help you to gain more knowledge about golf cart safety.
Some of the following important rules to be followed on the golf greens are:
RULE 1 : CART PATH ONLY
This rule strictly permits the driving of the cart only on the cart path specified and strictly condemns the driving on the grass.
RULE 2 : NINETY DEGREE RULE
This rule enables the golfer to drive only on the grass, but permitted only at right angles. This rule minimizes the time for which the cart rolls on the grass.
RULE 3 : NO CARTS BEYOND THIS POINT
This rule strictly denies access of carts beyond premises with the caution board NO CARTS BEYOND THIS POINT. The purpose of this board is to keep the carts beyond the putting green.
However apart from the following rules, there are a few tips to be followed on the golf green to ensure the safety of the golfers.
Always ensure to reduce your speed while encountering sharp bends.
Always ensure to look out for other golfers, trees, branches on the golf greens.
Avoid hazardous water bodies on the greens.
Strictly avoid alcohol consumption while driving on the greens
Always take care of your hands and feet. If you have children with you, kindly take care of them.
Always ensure to wear your seat belts without fail, forgetting to do so will definitely lead to mishaps on the golf green.
Always carry passengers for only the amount of passengers available.
And understanding certain safety precautions is a valuable way to keep you and those around you safe
