Equestrian Guide - Horse riding equipment for riders and everything for your horse
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| Don't Be A Dark Horse! | |
| According to the Department for Transport, there are about 150 accidents involving horses in Great Britain each year, although on average fewer than three are fatal. Motorists and horse riders both have a right to use the road. They also share a responsibility to consider each others' needs. When you are riding on a road, make sure you stay safe: - wear protective headgear to current approved standards - give clear and decisive signals - read the appropriate section of the Highway Code - keep away from busy roads - ride on the left hand side of the road - wear an approved helmet |
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- wear a high-visibility hat band or cap cover and a high-visibility waistcoat or tabard - use reflective leg bands on your horse. Because they are constantly moving they attract drivers' attention. Ideally, use them on all four legs; if using two, put them on the outside legs nearest the road - use either a tail guard or fluorescent rug at the rear of the horse as this is the most vulnerable area - don't ride more than two abreast - avoid riding after dark or in foggy conditions - don't take a mounted group of more than eight riders on the road. Horse owners: Loose horses can cause major collisions, so keep fields and fences properly maintained and keep gates locked. High visibility clothing for you and your horse is available from our shop, click here to visit. |
| Article curtesy of Norfolk Police - www.norfolk.police.uk | |