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Centre Certifications

Lane Compliance

Lane Certification Requirements

Ensure your bowling center meets the latest certification standards with these essential resources. Access a summary of the July 2018 changes, along with a FAQ document in Word or PDF formats. Download the Centre Certification Application and Re-Inspection Report in Excel, and utilize the Pins Off Spot Form for precise reporting. Manuals for inspection, measurement tools, and training are available in both Word and PDF to guide you through the process.

Due to CTFā€™s reciprocal average agreement with USBC many of reports and manuals are USBC manuals or videos.Ā  Please refer below for the appropriate CTF forms.

Update: As of Aug 1, 2019, USBC and CTF have suspended the lane dressing rule that stipulates a minimum of 3 units of dressing/conditioner must be present on the entire length of the lane that is dressed.Ā  If you want to know more,Ā click hereĀ to see the entire announcement.

Lane Inspection Chair –Ā lanecertification@tenpincanada.com

Forms and Documents

Centre Certification – Summary of Changes

Last Modified: 01/07/2018

The United States Bowling Congress has implemented new requirements for lane inspections and based on recent research conducted by the USBC Equipment Specifications and Certifications team. Since the Canadian Tenpin Federation has a reciprocal average agreement with the USBC, it must follow USBC’s equipment specifications.
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Centre Certification – Summary of Changes FAQs

Last Modified: 01/02/2019

Find answers to common questions about the new USBC lane inspection requirements and how they impact Canadian bowling centers. As the Canadian Tenpin Federation (CTF) follows USBC equipment specifications due to a reciprocal average agreement, these changes affect CTF-sanctioned competitions. Learn more about the updates and what they mean for you.
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Centre Certification Application

Last Modified: 23/05/2023

Download the official CTF Bowling Center Certification Application Form to ensure your lanes meet USBC equipment specifications. As part of CTF’s commitment to fair competition, certified centers must comply with inspection requirements. Submit this form to maintain compliance and provide bowlers with a sanctioned, regulation-compliant playing environment.
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Re-Inspection Report

Last Modified: 01/02/2019

Download the CTF Lane Re-Inspection Report Form to document required follow-ups on previous lane inspections. This form ensures compliance with USBC equipment specifications and verifies that necessary corrections have been made. Submit the completed report to maintain your centerā€™s certification and provide a fair, sanctioned environment for competitive bowling.
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Pins Off Spot Form

Last Modified: 01/02/2019

Download the CTF Pins Off Spot Report Form to document instances where pins are not resetting in their proper positions. This form helps ensure compliance with USBC equipment specifications and maintains fair play in sanctioned competitions. Submit the completed form as part of the certification and inspection process for your bowling center.
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Local Association Centre Inspection Manual

Last Modified: 31/05/2024

The purpose of this manual is to provide general guidance and instruction on the duties and responsibilities of the local Association Manager and inspection team and should be used as a reference tool. Every local association is responsible for identifying interested volunteers to perform lane certification and lane dressing inspections for all centers within the associationā€™s jurisdiction.
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Centre Inspection Measuring Tool Instruction Manual

Last Modified: 01/06/2019

Download the **CTF Centre Inspection Measuring Tool Instruction Manual** for step-by-step guidance on accurately inspecting and measuring lane conditions. This manual ensures compliance with USBC equipment specifications, helping centers maintain certification standards. Follow the instructions to perform precise measurements and uphold the integrity of sanctioned competition play.
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USBC Specifications & Certification - Lane Inspection Process

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