When you purchase or build a batting cage, you should include a "Protective L Screen" in the purchase cost. The "L" Screen gets it's name from it's "L" shape. Most "L" screens are made of pipe with #36 or #42 netting. Most "L" screens are at least 7'x7' and have have a "sock" net for double side protection. A "sock" net is a net made like a sock that has an open end on the bottom. This net design is slide down over your assembled "L" screen frame and it is tied or laced onto the "L" screen at the bottom of the screen. Three things you should remember related to "L" protective screens.
1. The condition of your "L" screen is more important than anything else. If your net has holes, is rotten, or is too small, you are risking seriuos injury and even death. There are several serious injuries that occur each year due to faulty or inadequate screen protection for the batting practice pitcher or pitching machine operator.
2. If players are throwing batting practice make sure that they are constantly reminded to keep their body behind the screen. Players tend to relax and not stay behind it like they should. Warn them about the dangers and make sure they constantly watch after each other's safety.
3. Make sure that the "L" sreen is adequate in size and is turned correctly for the pitcher throwing batting practice. The screen must be stable with a solid base and supports.
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