Building Communities through Sports and Recreation

John A. White Park Golf Course Playing It Safe Protocol

May 15, 2021

For the sake of this document:

  • All JAW/FTMA representatives on-site and involved in programming are referred to as “staff” (This includes full-time staff, part-time staff, adult volunteers, or interns).
  • All individuals engaged in the golf environment are referred to as “patrons.”
  • All procedures are based on the most recent guidelines provided by our state and local government. Guidance is subject to change over time, and based on the applicable jurisdiction(s).

HEALTH:

If any of the following applies to you, please STAY AT HOME!

  • Medication was used to lower temperature in the last 72 hours.
  • Patron has been exposed to the coronavirus in the last 14 days.
  • Patron is awaiting test results in the last 14 days.
  • Individuals experiencing symptoms that may be related to COVID-19; cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing or at least two of these symptoms; fever, chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, new loss of taste or smell.

SOCIAL DISTANCING:

  • JAW/FTMA will manage check in to ensure 6 feet of separation between individuals.
  • In lieu of handshakes, individuals will be asked to use tipping of the cap, or other non-contact means of personal acknowledgement.
  • JAW/FTMA will provide barriers and signage in the golf environment area instructing patrons of enhanced sanitation procedures, social distancing and other instructions.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE):

  • Patrons will be encouraged to wear masks or other nasal and mouth coverings (e.g. bandanna). 1

PRO SHOP

  • ENTER and EXIT ONLY access will be enforced.
  • The following are wiped down with disinfectant spray or wipes regularly throughout the day during operation: keyboards, touch screens, pro shop counter, doors, door handles, high touch area and restroom facilities.
  • Hand sanitizer will be available throughout the pro shop. 1
  • Tee times are encouraged.
  • Pro shop restrooms will be limited to one patron at a time.

GOLF CARTS

  • USE OF GOLF CARTS RESUMED AS OF July 15th
  • A limited number of push/pull carts are available and will be wiped down and sanitized prior to and after each round.
  • Carts will be wiped down and sanitized before and after each round including steering wheels, cart seats, arm rests, cart dashes, cup holders and gear shifts.
  • Golf equipment provided by JAW/FTMA for use by patrons will be sanitized before and after use. 1

GOLF COURSE

  • Cups on all greens have been turned upside down. Once a ball has hit the cup it is deemed holed.
  • The flag stick is not to be removed during play.
  • All rakes and ball washers have been removed from the course. We would recommend that if a ball lands in a footprint or location that has previously been played from, it would be “Free Placement” with no penalty. Please smooth the bunker divot with your feet.
  • Coolers have been removed from the course and bottles of water are available for sale in the pro shop.
  • All flag sticks have been removed from the practice putting area and cups have been turned upside down.

DRIVING RANGE

  • It is recommended to adhere to social distancing of 6 feet from others using the range.
  • Balls will be thoroughly cleaned with soap after each pick before they are placed back on the range and range attendants will wear gloves.
  • Range attendants will wear gloves when picking up or setting up range.

PROTOCOLS ENFORCEMENT

  • JAW/FTMA will notify all patrons of its COVID-19 Playing It Safe protocols utilizing  the website and on-course signage.
  • Staff will be authorized to observe and professionally request adherence to guidelines when violations are observed.1

1 Protocol addresses a specific provision within the State of GA Governor’s Executive Order 05.12.20.02; page 23 – 25.

Last modified: May 17, 2021

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