Guidelines for Owners and Maintenance Teams

These guidelines are aimed at owners and maintenance teams responsible for artificial turf facilities and focus on how routine operation can reduce the release of plastic and rubber granules. They complement design and procurement measures by showing how maintenance, inspection and operational controls can limit leakage. The material is practical and intended to help municipalities, clubs and facility managers incorporate preventive measures into day-to-day management. The guidance supports KIMO’s wider objective of reducing microplastic emissions from artificial turf to land, drainage systems and, ultimately, the marine environment.