Benchmarks
Benchmarking is a process used in strategic management, in which organizations evaluate various aspects of their processes in relation to best practice with the goal of increasing efficiency and quality of service, while reducing costs. It opens organizations to new methods, ideas and tools to improve their effectiveness. There is not one universal set of standards for parks and recreation due to the fact different agencies serve different communities with unique needs, desires and challenges. This area contains resources applicable for park and recreation providers to build customized benchmark reports.
Cleaning of Tools to Help Prevent Spread of COVID-19
Milwaukee
Should a tool need to be cleaned that does not have blood or visible bodily fluids on it, Milwaukee® recommends the following protocol. This protocol is subject to the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control (“CDC”), OSHA, and those of State and Local health departments. Please follow applicable guidelines of these agencies.
Park Maintenance Standards
City of Rolett, TX Parks & Recreation
Sample park maintenance plan for a metropolitan suburban park system - supports a community of ~66,000
COVID-19 Recommendations for Trailbuilding
Professional Trail Builders Association
To protect the health and safety of staff, while working to follow all public health guidelines, PTBA is issuing the following recommendations for all trailbuilders and partners who are continuing to operate.
Sample Operations Progress Report
PA Park Maintenance Institute
Template spreadsheet to help maintain staff task records and assist with budget efficiency.
What Cleaning Supplies Will Help Combat COVID-19?
UC San Diego Health
With hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes disappearing from the shelves, knowing what soaps and cleaners work best against novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is important for helping keep your household hygienic during the pandemic.
Camp Operations Guide Summer 2020
American Camp Association
This field guide is designed to provide camp directors and staff with a practical guide and tool kit to implement specific recommendations provided by the CDC in relation to risk reduction at camps. The objective of this field guide is to provide educational materials for camp staff to reduce potential exposures to and spread of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) the virus that causes COVID-19.
Protocols for Opening Delaware Farmers’ Market
Delaware Department of Agriculture
"The following protocols will be in place until further notice and are solely intended to allow farmers to sell produce,specialty crops, other value‐added food items that have been directly grown or raised on a farm or prepared in apermitted on‐farm kitchen or cottage‐food kitchen
Event Safety Alliance Reopening Guide
Event Safety Alliance
For Event Professionals During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Key Planning Recommendations for Mass Gatherings
World Health Organization
The purpose of this document is to outline key planning considerations for organizers of mass gatherings in the context of the COVID-19 outbreak.
Risk-informed Decision-making for Mass Gatherings during COVID-19 Pandemic
Government of Canada
Provide a framework for risk-informed decision making about mass gatherings during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Roadmap to Recovery
National Governors Association
A Public Health Guide for Governors
Public Health Principles for a Phased Reopening During COVID-19
John Hopkins Center for Health Security
Guidance for Governors
Path to Recovery Framework
National Recreation and Park Association
Assessing the Risk of Spaces, Facilities and Programs
Making Hand Washing Solution with Bleach
Center for Disease Control
Info graphic recipe for hand making hand sanitation solution
Minimum Maintenance - Sport Turfgrass
PA Park Maintenance Institute
Handout from our Turf Talk discussion on April 24, 2020 about Essential Athletic Turf and Sport Field Maintenance
