1.1 The intent of this guide is to provide consistent safety considerations in the design specifications and construction of new ice hockey playing facilities. It is intended to standardize facility conditions and establish guidelines that will provide a level of conformity for the purpose of competition and reduce potential hazards to players, game officials, and spectators.

1.2 This guide should be taken into consideration by architects, planners, engineers, construction companies, construction contractors, and appropriate inspectors who may be involved in the design and construction of new ice hockey playing facilities. This guide applies to the construction and development of new ice hockey playing facilities.

1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in SI units are for information only.