Greens0.100" – 0.125"Daily
Fairways0.375" – 0.500"3–4x / week
Roughs1.5" – 2.5"1–2x / week
Do not mow frost-covered or waterlogged turf. Raise heights during heat stress or drought — tighter cuts increase stress risk in summer.
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Before You Start — Every Time
1
Check the mowing schedule and your assigned area
2
Inspect equipment: blades, tire pressure, fluids, fuel
3
Set and confirm correct height for the area
4
Check turf conditions before starting
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Greens
Daily, early morning before play
1
Alternate direction each day
N-S → E-W → diagonal. Prevents grain buildup and compaction.
2
Roll 2–3 times per week
Improves ball speed and surface consistency.
3
Walk the green after mowing
Check for scalping, dry spots, or early disease. Report anything unusual to the superintendent immediately.
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Fairways
Morning after dew lifts, 3–4x per week
1
Follow designated mowing pattern
Consistent stripes matter for appearance and playability.
2
Overlap passes slightly — no uncut strips
3
Clear clippings if accumulation affects ball roll
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Roughs
1–2x per week
1
Clean transitions — fairway/rough edges must be sharp
2
Trim around trees, bunkers, cart paths with line trimmer
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Post-Mowing
1
Clean equipment after every use
2
Dull blades? Report for sharpening
Dull blades tear grass instead of cutting. Don't wait for visible damage.
3
Log: completion, conditions observed, any issues
Golfer nearby? Stop, wait, make eye contact and wave before proceeding. Never start equipment near a golfer mid-swing.