Not always — however, golf clubs should assess whether individual holes present specific or increased risks that may require separate consideration within the overall golf course Risk Assessment.
Many golf clubs complete a general course-wide assessment covering common hazards across the site, but certain holes may need additional attention where there are higher-risk features or unique safety concerns.
This may include holes with:
- Public footpaths or nearby roads
- Blind tee shots or restricted visibility
- Water hazards or steep terrain
- Adjacent properties or neighbouring fairways
- High pedestrian traffic areas
- Increased risk of golf ball strike incidents
Where significant risks exist, clubs may need specific control measures such as warning signage, protective netting, designated crossing points or local rules to help reduce the likelihood of accidents or injury.
Risk Assessments should be reviewed regularly and updated if the course layout, usage or surrounding environment changes.
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