PGM LEVEL 1- GOLF CAR FLEET EXAM
2025 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Benefits of Golf Cars for Golfers - ANS -Opens the game to golfers who are physically unable
to walk the course
-Eliminates the need to carry or pull a bag of clubs in hot weather or over rugged terrain
-Extends years of play for many senior golfers
-Can speed up play if properly used
-Adds value to the golf experience
Drawbacks of Golf Cars for Golfers - ANS -Violates traditionalists' views of the game
-Provides less exercise than walking
-Generates some noise and emissions (gas models)
-Inconveniences golfers and slows play if cars are restricted to the paths only
-Increases cost of a round where cars are required
Benefits of Golf Cars for Facilities - ANS -Generates revenue and potential profits, which can
help offset facility expenses
-Can generate more rounds of play, leading to more income from green fees, merchandise, and
food and beverage sales
-Can enhance a facility's image and customer satisfaction when properly managed
Drawbacks of Golf Cars for Facilities - ANS -Can damage the course or environment
-Poses risk of property and personal injury liability
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, -Could result in net financial loss if not properly managed
Benefits of Golf Cars for Professionals - ANS -Provides an opportunity to demonstrate value
to a facility
-Could increase personal income if compensation is tied to fleet financial performance
Drawbacks of Golf Cars for Professionals - ANS -Requires expertise and commitment to
manage fleet properly
-Involves additional responsibilities
Rental Policies - ANS -includes basic rules and regulations that govern the rental program
Driver Qualifications - ANS -also have a written policy stating that it has the right to refuse to
rent a golf car to anyone who is intoxicated, has a known history of unsafe driving, or has
damaged the golf course in the past by disregarding operating rules
Privately-owned golf cars - ANS Privately-owned cars raise a host of questions, such as:
-Should they be permitted? If so, how will they be identified and registered?
-Who can operate the cars?
-Should they be stored at the golf course?
-How much should be charged for storage?
-Should a trail fee be charged?
-What insurance should owners be required to obtain?
Golf Car Rotation - ANS A rotation can benefit in many ways such as:
-Less downtime and fewer car breakdowns
-More rounds of play between battery purchases
-Increased trade-in value
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2025 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Benefits of Golf Cars for Golfers - ANS -Opens the game to golfers who are physically unable
to walk the course
-Eliminates the need to carry or pull a bag of clubs in hot weather or over rugged terrain
-Extends years of play for many senior golfers
-Can speed up play if properly used
-Adds value to the golf experience
Drawbacks of Golf Cars for Golfers - ANS -Violates traditionalists' views of the game
-Provides less exercise than walking
-Generates some noise and emissions (gas models)
-Inconveniences golfers and slows play if cars are restricted to the paths only
-Increases cost of a round where cars are required
Benefits of Golf Cars for Facilities - ANS -Generates revenue and potential profits, which can
help offset facility expenses
-Can generate more rounds of play, leading to more income from green fees, merchandise, and
food and beverage sales
-Can enhance a facility's image and customer satisfaction when properly managed
Drawbacks of Golf Cars for Facilities - ANS -Can damage the course or environment
-Poses risk of property and personal injury liability
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, -Could result in net financial loss if not properly managed
Benefits of Golf Cars for Professionals - ANS -Provides an opportunity to demonstrate value
to a facility
-Could increase personal income if compensation is tied to fleet financial performance
Drawbacks of Golf Cars for Professionals - ANS -Requires expertise and commitment to
manage fleet properly
-Involves additional responsibilities
Rental Policies - ANS -includes basic rules and regulations that govern the rental program
Driver Qualifications - ANS -also have a written policy stating that it has the right to refuse to
rent a golf car to anyone who is intoxicated, has a known history of unsafe driving, or has
damaged the golf course in the past by disregarding operating rules
Privately-owned golf cars - ANS Privately-owned cars raise a host of questions, such as:
-Should they be permitted? If so, how will they be identified and registered?
-Who can operate the cars?
-Should they be stored at the golf course?
-How much should be charged for storage?
-Should a trail fee be charged?
-What insurance should owners be required to obtain?
Golf Car Rotation - ANS A rotation can benefit in many ways such as:
-Less downtime and fewer car breakdowns
-More rounds of play between battery purchases
-Increased trade-in value
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