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