Bookbaby Golf Law: Golf Course Safety, Security & Risk Management (1)

Overview

Bookbaby’s Golf Law: Golf Course Safety, Security and Risk Management distills four decades of industry insight into a practical playbook. Dr. Michael Hurdzan, an internationally recognized golf course architect, consultant, and speaker, shares a clear framework for anticipating hazards, evaluating risk, and applying targeted measures that fit a course’s size, budget, and culture. This is not a generic lecture; it’s a platform you can tailor to your environment to support safer play and well‑managed operations without promising specific outcomes.

Grounded, real‑world guidance

Readers encounter real‑life use cases, checklists, and templates that translate theory into daily practice. The author’s experience as an expert witness in numerous lawsuits informs practical workflows, incident reporting, and decision‑making during high‑pressure moments. The goal is to help teams prepare, respond, and learn from near‑misses and incidents, making safety a shared responsibility rather than a reactive task.

• Develop a scalable safety program that fits your course’s size, culture, and resources.
• Clarify roles and responsibilities for staff, managers, contractors, and volunteers.
• Document procedures and protocols to guide decisions during busy, risky, or complex moments.
• Incorporate formal risk assessment steps into planning, maintenance, and event operations.

Key benefits you might experience

While outcomes vary by setting, the guidance provides pathways to reduce confusion, improve preparedness, and support proactive decision‑making. The emphasis on foresight and probability helps teams respond more consistently to incidents or near‑misses, while building a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

• A structured safety approach that aligns with your course’s scale and culture.
• Improved communication through clear procedures, roles, and documentation.
• Templates and workflows to support training, audits, and ongoing governance.
• Leverages decades of practical experience and case study references for informed decisions.

Who should read

Golf course owners, operators, managers, and staff who seek practical, implementable guidance to bolster safety programs and reduce the risk of accidents or negligence claims. The content is designed to be adaptable, not prescriptive, enabling you to tailor a program that suits your specific situation.