Calls for safety checks after footballer's tragic death

The death of 27-year-old Melbourne footballer Nathan Fitzgerald, who hit his head on a covered cricket pitch during a local match, has sparked calls for mandatory safety checks of sporting grounds across Australia. Mark Unwin, CEO of the Australian Sports Turf Managers Association, explains that while safety standards exist, there is no single national guideline for multi-use sporting facilities. Protection options for covered cricket pitches include sand, soil, synthetic covers and shot pads, with solutions varying depending on each ground's specific use and environment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.