Clarification of situation with regards to Fallen Trees on the course
Clarification of situation with regards to Fallen Trees on the course
- 1. Fallen Tree in Process of Being Removed.
If a greenkeeper is in the process of sawing up a fallen tree, the tree in its entirety is Ground Under Repair (GUR) as it constitutes “material piled for removal” - 2. Fallen Tree Attached to Stump.
The area covered by the tree is GUR - 3. Fallen Tree not attached to the Stump.
a. Is a Loose Impediment and can be removed without penalty.
b. If the tree cannot easily be moved it should be considered as GUR. - 4. Tree Stumps.
- A tree stump is not GUR unless it is marked as GUR or it is in being unearthed or cut up for removal.