SAFETY ISSUES AROUND THE GREEN.
BACK TO BOWLS..
1..When stepping on the green..please step sideways onto the green...insuring that you don't accidently step onto a bowl resting on the green.
2..When you have delivered you bowl step forwards from the mat NEVER step backwards, as you could trip on bowls behind you...
3..Place your bags under or behind the seats avoiding tripping over bags, giving plenty of walking space around the.bank of the rink .
3..Be aware of any dangerous spots on the bank ...ie..near score boards..slippery area around the bank..
4..Skips , when removing the mat from your rink of play please insure the whole mat is on the bank and NOT hanging over the bank ...
5...Keep hydrated..just because it's winter we still need to drink plenty of fluids...don't forget to bring your water bottle....
6..When the bowls are been kicked back when the end is finished DONT try picking up your bowl until the kicking has stopped...avoiding hand injuries...
7..Prepare your self for the cold weather...A smart bowler who prepares for playing games in cold weather..by warming up...wearing the appropriate clothing , being aware of the conditions and the effect on the body temperature will be less likely to suffer a cold weather injury...
Let's enjoy bowls...
LETS LEARN LAWS...Rain Stoppage.
LAW 32.2
Q..After play has been stopped for 10 minutes due to rain, Skip A wants to continue the end where they left off, Skip B disagrees and says that the end has to be replayed...Who is correct ??
A..Skip B is correct... If an end has been started BUT all the required bowls have not been played, ( before the stoppage ) the end must be declared dead..even if one or more players choose to remain on the rink during the stoppage...
Hope to see you all soon on the green...
