There is a need to provide a Test Method for testing Turf Playing Systems using the ASTM F355 E missile with the Triax2015 E. This test method is to be utilized on all synthetic turf and natural turf systems designed for American Football, Soccer, men’s and women’s Lacrosse and unlined fields used for recreational games such as the aforementioned. The Test Method will provide the description of the Triax2015 test device, manufactured they Alpha-Automation Inc.(Alpha), and the preparation required as per ASTM F355-16 as well as accessories, manufactured by Canadian Playground Advisory Inc. (CPA), that can be attached to the tripod system to ensure the appropriate drop pattern and drop height for the triangular drop configuration. Once the testing is performed the Triax2015 will provide g and HIC values along with velocity at the point of impact (drop height), angle, date and time of the test. There is also the requirement to test for the depth of the infill or entire system where there is an underlaying impact attenuating pad using the depth gauges manufactured by CPA.

The owner/operator or specifier (O/O) of the field will have certain responsibilities in the setting of parameters for the test and the use of the data collected. The O/O will set drop height for the testing, whether the drop pattern is triangular or three times from the same height to the same point (ASTM F3313-18, determine the test locations and

the acceptable threshold for the g and HIC values. The discussion in the Annex provides the assessment process that an O/O might follow in the determination of some of these parameters.

The Test Methods for Impact Attenuation and Depth Measurement are summarized and presented in detail along with reporting requirements for the data collected. Fillable reporting forms and software are available from CPA.