As drought conditions are forecast to continue for several more weeks, there are a few things for clubs, players and coaches to consider.
Player safety is paramount and clubs must assess whether a pitch is safe to use before training sessions. To help mitigate the risks and to make the most of any rain that does occur, check out these links to RFU guidance:
Pitch Management: Managing drought guidance
Pitch Safety: How to assess the safety of a natural turf pitch
Activate Injury Prevention Programme: Player welfare activate
