Tools & Tips

Resources
Safe Tenting Tools & Tips
Our Safe Tenting tools, charts, and guides will help you and your crew feel confident and prepared for every job.
Ground Testing Tool
The Ground Test Tool helps installers estimate the holding power of a standard 40″ x 1″ tent stake across different soil types before installation.

Ballasting Calculator
The ballasting tool allows you to input specific variables based on the tent and job site.

Tent Ballasting Charts
Check out the document that includes ballasting charts and calculations.

Tent Staking Study Guidance
The tenting industry now has a guidance document with a reliable method for determining the holding strength of tent stakes.

Emergency Evacuation Planning for Tented Events
ARA has developed this industry-recognized document, which addresses weather-related and other emergencies.

Temporary Structure Resources
We are to helping fire marshals, code officials, inspectors, and event professionals better understand temporary structures through trusted education and practical resources.
