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Equine Care Risk Assessment Template
Create a professional, comprehensive risk assessment for equine care in animal care settings. Tailor hazards and measures to your needs and download a professional PDF. Add your own branding.
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What this covers.
This template focuses on typical risks and controls for equine care in animal care settings. You can add, remove or adapt items to match your context.
Potential benefits
Enhances the human-horse bond through care, handling, and training activities.
Encourages responsible horse ownership through training and management practices.
Reduces the risk of disease and injury through preventive care and monitoring.
Supports working and performance horses by ensuring their physical and mental well-being.
Promotes equine health through proper nutrition, medical care, and exercise.
Typical hazards & measures
Lack of exercise
— Establish a consistent exercise routine suited to each horse's needs, including turnout, groundwork, and ridden work. Monitor fitness levels and adjust accordingly.
Inadequate emergency preparedness
— Develop and regularly update an emergency action plan covering scenarios such as natural disasters, fires, and medical emergencies. Train staff in emergency procedures and conduct regular drills.
Incorrect medication administration
— Only allow trained personnel to administer medications, keep detailed records, and follow veterinary guidance. Clearly label medications and store them securely.
Poor pasture maintenance
— Conduct regular pasture checks for hazards such as holes, debris, and overgrazed areas. Implement rotational grazing and reseed pastures as needed.
Inadequate socialization opportunities
— Provide controlled turnout with compatible horses, allowing social interaction while monitoring for aggression. Rotate groups as needed to maintain harmony.
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