PINNERWOOD RIDING CLUB

BHS AFFILIATED RIDING CLUB

LEADING AND RIDING HORSES

Horses are easily frightened.
The Riding Club would ask that you observe the following guidelines
when leading and riding horses on the road:

LEADING HORSES ON THE ROAD ¤ When leading a horse on the public highway a bridle must be worn for control and insurance purposes. ¤ When leading on the public highway the horse must travel in the same direction as the traffic and the person leading him must always be on the off side, so as to be between the horse and the overtaking traffic. ¤ Wear a hat, gloves, strong shoes or boots and reflective clothing. You may also wish to carry a schooling whip. RIDING HORSES ON THE ROAD ¤ Try to inform drivers of your intentions as soon as possible if you intend to make a move that may affect them e.g. turning right, pulling out to pass stationary vehicles. ¤ Remember to use hand signals as much as possible to keep other road users aware of your needs e.g. for them to slow down or stop. ¤ Try to inform drivers of your intentions as soon as possible if you intend to make a move that may affect them e.g. turning right, pulling out to pass stationary vehicles. ¤ Remember to use hand signals as much as possible to keep other road users aware of your needs e.g. for them to slow down or stop. ¤ Remember to thank other road users when they have assisted you either by stopping their cars or waiting for you to pass. ¤ Always be aware of traffic and, where possible, let drivers know you are aware that they are there. ¤ When drivers pass you correctly, i.e. leaving a good distance between you and your horse and by passing slowly, indicate your thanks. ¤ If you need to ask other road users for help, remember to ask politely, give them a reason and thank them afterwards. ¤ Respect other people's property and make every effort to ensure your horse does not venture on to it. ¤ Do not be abusive to other road users or members of the public - maintain the moral high ground! ¤ Be polite! A smile and a thank you will encourage members of the public to respect you and your horse.

Thank you!

PINNERWOOD RIDING CLUB

BHS AFFILIATED RIDING CLUB

Safety is the most important consideration when dealing with horses in and out of the stable. A horse that is accustomed to the same daily routine is less likely to have an accident. Never take short cuts or risks when dealing with horses. Even the quietest horse can become startled by the unexpected. Always wear sensible and suitable clothing and footwear when dealing with horses. Always wear gloves and a hard hat, properly fitted and bearing the BS kitemark, when undertaking any task where you, the handler, may be at risk. This includes loading, handling strange horses, turning a difficult or fresh horse out and handling youngsters. Always approach a horse from the front or side and never from behind. Avoid making loud noises. Do not run when around horses. Keep yard and all equipment neatly and in a safe place which is away from where horses will go. When deciding where equipment, rugs, feed containers, buckets, string, wheelbarrows, tack etc should be stored, carefully consider the implications. If you or your horse are in any danger then MOVE IT!