EQUESTRIAN SPORT SAFETY

SAFELY Backing Marigold for the first time

  Equestrian Safety is the most important feature of the Wallace River Equestrian Centre.  Every participant at the facilities is given a Risk Management booklet which they must read before taking part in any equestrian activity. 

Gillian is a qualified St. John Ambulance First Aider and a First Aid Trainer in Standard First Aid and CPR. 

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Equestrian Sport Safety Quiz

1.      Accidents happen all the time and we can do nothing about them. T or F

2.     It is OK to wear a bicycle helmet when riding. It covers the head and will protect you in a fall. T or F

3.    Even the best ‘bomb-proof’ horse can be unpredictable. T or F

4.    Having a glass of wine or a beer before riding/driving is fine as long as you wait one hour before riding/driving. T or F

5.    Ride with a buddy.  T or F

6.    Take lessons from a certified coach if you are a new rider/driver or unsure of your own or your horse's skill level. T or F

7.    An Emergency Action Plan will help riders and drivers respond in an emergency. T or F

8.    You don’t have to wear a helmet if you are riding bareback. T or F

9.    Your mood influences and affects your horse. T or F

10.  Accidents are rare and Risk Management will help prevent accidents. T or F

                                                             Have a Safe and Happy Ride or Drive
Answer Key: F, F,T,F,T,T,T,F,T,T