Chapter One: "The Role of the Turf Equipment Manager".

History.

The Management Team.

The Turf Equipment Manager as the Team Psychologist.

Future Roles.

Sports Turf Facilities.

Chapter 2: Maintenance Facility and Shop Design.

Site Selection.

Selection Tip.

Sample layouts.

Design, Construction and Selling your Design to Management.

Building Design Tip.

Remodeling Older Facilities.

Meeting Regulations and Zoning.

How to Allow for Expansion.

Functional Interior Space.

Zonal Concept.

Equipment Storage Area.

Office Space.

Lounge and Break Rooms.

Parking.

Landscaping.

How the Maintenance Facility Sets the Example.

Chapter 3: Preventive Maintenance.

What is PM?

Setting Up a PM System.

PM Plan Design-The Quick Start Method.

Tips on Beginning a PM Program.

Work Orders.

The Effects of No PM.

Well Trained Operators as a Resource.

The Technicians Role in PM.

Software.

TRIMS.

Smartware.

Toro® myTurf™ Fleet Management.

TurfCentric® Software, SmartShop® and CGS.

ManagerPlus.

Sample Documents.

Chapter 4: Reel Technology.

Reel Mower Precision vs. Rotary Mower Simplicity.

Grinding Methods.

Back Lapping.

Grinding Equipment.

Reels.

Rotaries.

Adjusting for Height of Cut.

Tire Pressure.

Rotary Blades / Sharpening / Wear.

Chapter 5: Selecting Tools and Equipment for the Shop.

The Right Equipment for Your Shop.

"Must Have" Tools.

The Lubrication Zone.

Caution.

The Lifting Zone.

The Grinding Zone.

The Tire Repair Zone.

The Cleaning Zone - Interior.

The Repair Zone.

The Flammable Storage Zone.

The Battery Zone.

The Fabrication Zone.

The Hydraulics Zone.

Special Tools.

Chapter 6: Problems and Suggestions.

A Simple Diagnostic Technique.

Inventory Control and Logistics.

Tips on Parts Stock and Vendors.

Ethics.

Requesting Money for Equipment.

Effective Communication.

Tips for Effective Communication.

Preventive Maintenance and Time Management.

Respect and the Technician.

Chapter 7: Training Equipment Operators.

Where to Find Good Operators.

Training Equipment Operators.

Policies and Operating Procedures Manual.

Chapter 8: Filling the Turf Equipment Manager Position.

Lack of Career Awareness.

High Schools as a Resource.

Postsecondary Programs.

Succession Planning.

Chapter 9: Safety Regulations and Regulatory Agencies.

Clean and Organized is Safer and More Efficient.

Assistance from Regulatory Agencies and Your Insurance Carrier.

Handling Fuels and Oils.

Chemical Handling.

Recycling and Detoxification.

Hazardous Materials Record Keeping.

Accident Prevention.

Accident Reports and Reporting.

First Aid and First Responders.

Chapter 10: Conclusions.

Appendix.

About the Authors.