CFB Field Equipment & Maintenance Operations Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of a verticut (vertical mower) operation on an athletic field?
Answer: To remove thatch and reduce grain in the turf canopy
Verticutting uses vertically oriented blades to slice through the turf canopy, removing thatch buildup and reducing grain that can cause unpredictable ball bounce.
Which piece of equipment is used to apply a uniform layer of soil or sand amendment across an athletic field surface?
Answer: Topdresser
A topdresser is specifically designed to spread and distribute sand or soil material evenly across a field surface for leveling and soil improvement.
What safety check must be performed before operating a riding mower on an athletic field with installed irrigation heads?
Answer: Confirm all irrigation heads are fully retracted below the cutting height
Irrigation heads must be fully retracted below the mowing height before operating a mower to prevent blade damage, equipment damage, and projectile hazards.
What is the recommended practice for maintaining paint striping equipment between uses on a multi-sport athletic field?
Answer: Flush all lines with water and leave nozzles clean and dry
Flushing all lines with water after use prevents paint from drying and clogging the nozzles and lines, extending equipment life and ensuring consistent application.
Which maintenance machine uses oscillating tines to break up surface compaction and improve air infiltration without removing soil cores?
Answer: Solid-tine aerator
Solid-tine aerators penetrate the soil without removing cores, fracturing compacted layers and creating channels for air and water without the recovery time of core aeration.
What is the correct procedure for calibrating a rotary spreader before applying fertilizer to an athletic field?
Answer: Weigh the product applied over a measured test area and adjust the gate opening accordingly
Calibration requires applying product over a known test area, collecting and weighing the output, then adjusting the gate opening to match the target application rate.