Tool Shed: Infrastructure

Infrastructure

Infrastructure enables access, powers facilities, connects people to recreational opportunities, creates opportunities for employment and protects our parks from an increasingly unpredictable natural environment. This area contains resources applicable to planning, installing, and upgrading various aspects of park infrastructure.

Top Reasons Lawn Mower Not Starting — Lawn Mower Troubleshooting

RepairClinic.com

Lawn mower won't start? This video provides information on how to troubleshoot a lawn mower that won't start and the most likely defective parts associated with this problem.

Top Reasons String Trimmer Not Starting — String Trimmer Troubleshooting

RepairClinic.com

String trimmer won't start? This video provides information on how to troubleshoot a string trimmer that won't start and the most likely defective parts associated with this problem.

What to do When a Tractor Won't Start

Tractor Mike

If you've been out using your tractor and all of a sudden it dies and won't restart, or, if you parked the tractor and left it for awhile and now you're back and it won't start, this video is for you.

How to work with a chainsaw

Husqvarna

In this chainsaw tutorial you will see how to work with a chainsaw when it comes to felling, limbing, cross-cutting and safety.

Playing Condition Index Overview

Sports Turf Management Association

STMA developed the Playing Conditions Index (PCI) to help members assess the playability of their fields. The original tool was developed in 2008 with the motivation to gain more respect for your efforts in managing your fields.

Playing Condition Index for Natural Grass

Sports Turf Management Association

The PCI is now available in a digital format for both natural grass fields and synthetic turf fields. It is a protected Excel spreadsheet and users can only enter information in the cells that allow entry. The spreadsheet can be saved under different file names by the field manager to maintain records for each field.

Playing Conditions Index for Synthetic Turf

Sports Turf Management Association

The PCI is now available in a digital format for both natural grass fields and synthetic turf fields. It is a protected Excel spreadsheet and users can only enter information in the cells that allow entry. The spreadsheet can be saved under different file names by the field manager to maintain records for each field.

STMA Playing Conditions Index©

Sports Turf Management Association

The STMA PCI can also be used to help garner publicity and acclaim for your field.

The Science of Infields

TurfaceAthletics

An introduction to the components of a safe, playable infield.

Chester County Public Bathing Places Code

Chester County Health Department

The purpose of this document is to protect the public health by establishing minimumstandards for the design, operation, and maintenance of public bathing places.

Step Into Swim Funding

Pool & Hot Tub Alliance

The purpose of this site is to provide guidance to organizations who wish to apply for Step Into Swim™ funding.

Pennsylvania Municipal Leaders Grant & Resource Guide

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Inside this directory you will find information regarding grants available to local government from various departments throughout the Commonwealth.

A Basic Guide for Baseball & Softball Fields of All Levels

Baseball Tomorrow Fund

The information in this document is provided as a general reference guide for the maintenance of a baseball or softball field or facility.

Protecting Our Parks

National Park Service

A Strategic Approach to Reducing the Deferred Maintenance Backlog Facing the National Park Service

Green Infrastructure: How to Manage Water in a Sustainable Way

Natural Resources Defense Council

By relying on plants, soil, and natural systems to manage rainfall runoff, green infrastructure tackles urban water woes and boosts climate resilience. Here’s how.