Golf clubs should keep suitable health and safety records to help demonstrate that risks are being properly managed and legal responsibilities are being met. The type of documentation required will depend on the size of the club, the activities carried out and the facilities operated on site.
Common health and safety records for golf clubs may include:
- Risk Assessments
- Fire Risk Assessment records
- COSHH Assessments and Safety Data Sheets
- Accident and incident records
- Staff training records
- Equipment inspection and maintenance records
- Golf buggy inspection and servicing records
- Fire alarm, emergency lighting and extinguisher checks
- Contractor documentation and RAMS where applicable
- Machinery and vehicle maintenance records
- First aid records
- Emergency procedure and evacuation records
Additional records may also be needed for greenkeeping operations, workshops, pesticides, clubhouse kitchens, bars, events or driving ranges depending on the club’s activities.
Keeping accurate and up-to-date records can help golf clubs identify trends, monitor safety arrangements and provide evidence of effective health and safety management if required.