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Bleacher & Grandstand Inspections

School districts are encouraged to undertake regular bleacher and grandstand inspections. The safety of school personnel and the general public are served by the proper operation and condition of the bleacher and grandstand systems. Both interior and exterior bleachers are subject to wear, weathering, corrosion, abuse and material fatigue. Folding bleachers are especially susceptible to deterioration. The goal of regularly scheduled inspections is to identify those items needing maintenance and/or replacement so that the bleachers can be maintained in "as new" a condition as possible.

Reduce your liability, conform to insurance and municipal guidelines and potentially reduce insurance rates by conducting a formal Bleacher & Grandstand Inspection every two years.

Structure & Site has been hired by school districts to prepare inspection reports detailing the physical condition of bleacher and grandstand structures within their sports facilities.

Obviously, there are important safety and liability issues associated with the upkeep of bleacher and grandstand systems. The inspection and corresponding report details the physical condition and what areas need to be improved. Many school districts are required to have these systems inspected at regular intervals and we're here to help meet that obligation. There are many variables that affect the scope of bleacher & grandstand inspections and we urge you to contact our office for further details.

The Structure & Site Bleacher & Grandstand Inspection focuses on these important safety, liability and functional items of your organizations facilities:

 
Support components including foundation and construction methodology, cross members, welds, bolts, brackets and bracing
Seat boards
Foot boards
Retraction mechanics
Electrical grounding
Expansion and retraction function
Fencing
Press boxes
Entrance ramps
Aisle ways
Railings
Steps
American with Disability Act (ADA) considerations

The following guidelines form the basis for safe bleacher use and operation:

Inspect for damage at least twice a year
Place inspection stickers which indicate the date of inspection on all bleachers
Open and close bleachers evenly
Bleachers must be fully extended when open
Only trained maintenance personnel should operate bleachers
Never allow students to operate bleachers or to climb on retracted bleachers
Install all bleacher guardrails
Read and follow the manufacturer's instructions
Remember that improper opening and closing can damage bleachers and may result in a system collapse

Structure & Site conforms to the:

NFPA 102 Standard for Grandstands, Folding and Telescopic Seating, Tents and Membrane Structures
An inspection guideline for bleacher and grandstand systems.
Additional Info @ www.nfpa.org
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